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
Metallica’s Robert Trujillo Was Careful Not to Cross Zakk Wylde + Other Bandmates
Metallica's Robert Trujillo reveals in a new interview his key for dealing with bandmates and says he was careful not to cross Zakk Wylde and others.
Slipknot’s Mick Thomson: ‘We Hope To Do Our Next Record Sooner’
Slipknot hope to follow up their latest album in a quicker time than it has taken in the past.
Kid Rock: ‘You’re Not Going to Get Anything Politically Correct Out of Me’
Kid Rock offers his frank opinions on several hot button topics like politics, drugs, social media and even a critique of rap-rock.
Five Finger Death Punch, Pretty Reckless + Avenged Sevenfold Top Billboard’s 2014 Rock Charts
Billboard has unveiled its year-end charts for 2014, and the publication's hard rock and mainstream rock tallies are led by the Pretty Reckless, Five Finger Death Punch and Avenged Sevenfold.
Anthrax Apparently To Appear on ‘Game of Thrones’ Mixtape
Anthrax have been posting photos from the studio recently on their Facebook page with the hashtag #CatchTheThrone.
Associate of Bon Scott Shares Letters as New Details on Documentary and Biopic Emerge
Legendary AC/DC vocalist Bon Scott died in 1980, and now a documentary and a movie about the late singer are in the works.
Anthrax Unveil Own Brand of Bourbon
Anthrax can now toast their accomplishments with their own brand of bourbon called 'Indians.'
Motorhead’s Phil Campbell on Lemmy’s Health: ‘He’s Fine, He’s Good As Gold Now’
Motorhead have a big 2015 ahead of them now that Lemmy Kilmister is healthy again.
Slash To Receive Prestigious Les Paul Award
Slash, who has received numerous accolades over his long career, will need to make room in his trophy case for another award.
New Details Revealed About AC/DC Drummer Phil Rudd’s Coffee Shop Fracas
After it was reported that AC/DC drummer Phil Rudd was involved in a Dec. 4 confrontation, more details are emerging about what happened.
Slipknot’s Corey Taylor: ‘I Don’t Know’ If Former Drummer Joey Jordison Will Ever Rejoin Band
Corey Taylor says he doesn't know if Joey Jordison will ever rejoin Slipknot, but he doesn't rule out the possibility.
Corey Taylor: Slipknot Could Go Without Masks, ‘But I Don’t Think We’d Want To’
Corey Taylor reveals that Slipknot could eventually tour without masks, but explains why he feels that that won't happen.