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
Motley Crue, ‘The End: Live in Los Angeles’ – DVD/CD Review
Read our review of Motley Crue's DVD/CD release 'The End: Live in Los Angeles.'
James Hetfield Delves Into New Metallica Songs, Admits ‘Hardwired’ Single Is ‘Not Shakespeare’
James Hetfield and his Metallica bandmates delve into the 'Hardwired ... To Self-Destruct' singles and album creation.
Alien Ant Farm Guitarist Pleads Guilty to Assaulting Audience Member in U.K.
Alien Ant Farm guitarist Terry Corso entered a guilty plea to charges of assaulting an audience member after a liquid was thrown on him at a show in the U.K.
Original Alice Cooper Band Members Ready Black Friday Release; Bassist Preps Beasto Blanco Album
Alice Cooper and members of his original band will release 'Live From the Astroturf' on Black Friday, and bassist Chuck Garric has a new Beasto Blanco album.
Maynard James Keenan Book Tour Moderators Include Kim Thayil, Billy Howerdel + More
Maynard James Keenan will be joined by friends like Kim Thayil, Billy Howerdel and more as moderators for his upcoming book tour.
Evanescence to Release ‘The Ultimate Collection’ Vinyl Box Set in December
Evanescence have detailed what will be part of 'The Ultimate Collection' vinyl box set, which is due in December.
Slipknot Guitarist Jim Root Recovering From Back Surgery
Slipknot's guitarist Jim Root is the latest to go under the knife, undergoing back surgery.
Rush’s ‘Time Stand Still’ Documentary to Receive November Theatrical Release
Mark Nov. 3 on your calendar to catch Rush's 'Time Stand Still' documentary in theaters.
Mastodon Begin Work on New Album With Producer Brendan O’Brien
Mastodon's Brent Hinds has revealed in an Instagram post that the band has begun work on a new record with producer Brendan O'Brien
Sharon Osbourne Says She and Ozzy Have ‘Worked Out’ Marital Issues
While appearing on 'Conan,' Sharon Osbourne revealed that she and Ozzy Osbourne have worked out their marital issues and also joked about the situation.
Ex-Megadeth Guitarist Chris Poland Recalls Dave Mustaine’s Reaction to Death of Cliff Burton
In an interview, Chris Poland reflects on the 'Peace Sells' album and shares a bit about Dave Mustaine's reaction to the death of former bandmate Cliff Burton.
Watch One of Lemmy Kilmister’s Final Video Interviews
Just a few months before his death, Lemmy Kilmister took part in this video interview at the Rainbow Bar and Grill.