Chad has been writing about music since the mid '90s in genres ranging from mainstream pop to extreme metal. His work has appeared in numerous magazines and websites across the globe. He's currently the heavy metal editor for About.com and contributes to many other publications. Chad has worked in radio for more than a quarter century and resides in Charlotte.
Chad Bowar
Bruce Dickinson, ‘What Does This Button Do?: An Autobiography’ – Book Review
Before you pick up Bruce Dickinson's 'What Does This Button Do?: An Autobiography,' check out our review.
Thousand Foot Krutch, ‘Untraveled Roads’ – Album Review
Before you pick up Thousand Foot Krutch's 'Untraveled Roads' live album, check out our review.
Arch Enemy, ‘Will to Power’ – Album Review
Read our review of the new Arch Enemy album, 'Will to Power.'
Brian Slagel, ‘For the Sake of Heaviness: The History of Metal Blade Records’ – Book Review
Read our review of the new book, 'For the Sake of Heaviness: The History of Metal Blade Records,' by the label's founder, Brian Slagel.
The Winery Dogs, ‘Dog Years: Live in Santiago & Beyond 2013-2016′ – DVD/Album Review
Read our review of the new Winery Dogs release, 'Dog Years: Live in Santiago & Beyond 2013-2016.'
Rise Against, ‘Wolves’ – Album Review
Read Loudwire's review of the new Rise Against album, 'Wolves.'
In Flames’ Bjorn Gelotte on ‘Battles': ‘If We’re Happy With It, Then It’s an In Flames Record’ [Carolina Rebellion Interview]
We spoke with In Flames' Bjorn Gelotte at Carolina Rebellion and got his thoughts on the response to the band's 'Battles' album and discussed their new members.
Queensryche, Tesla + Lita Ford Lead 2018 Monsters of Rock Cruise
The lineup for the 2018 Monsters of Rock Cruise has been revealed.
Deep Purple’s Ian Paice Says ‘There’s No Point’ to Consider Reunion With Ritchie Blackmore
While he didn't rule it out, Deep Purple's Ian Paice says there's really no point of a reunion with Ritchie Blackmore.
Alex Lifeson on Rush: ‘We Will Be Doing Things Together Again’
In a new interview, Rush guitarist Alex Lifeson stated that the members of the band 'will be doing things together again.'
2017 Record Store Day: Guide to Rock + Metal Releases
The large list of special Record Store Day releases have been revealed. See what's in store for hard rock and metal fans.
Don Dokken: No New Shows With Classic Dokken Lineup Are Planned
Don Dokken reaffirms that no additional shows with the classic Dokken lineup are planned after 2016's run of shows in Japan.