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
Judas Priest Score Highest Chart Debut Ever With ‘Redeemer of Souls’
Judas Priest's latest album 'Redeemer of Souls' has received a lot of accolades, and those positive reviews are translating into sales.
Nothing More + Sleepwave To Embark on Summer 2014 North American Tour
Nothing More have just unleashed their self-titled debut album while riding high with the single 'This Is the Time (Ballast).' Now, the band has announced a tour with Sleepwave that kicks off Aug. 5 in Kansas City. See the dates below.
Nothing More frontman Jonny Hawkins recently spoke with 'Loudwire Nights' host Full Metal Jackie...
Former As I Lay Dying Guitarist Nick Hipa Opens Up About Incarcerated Vocalist Tim Lambesis
Guitarist Nick Hipa talks about his incarcerated former bandmate Tim Lambesis in a new interview.
Arch Enemy Unleash ‘No More Regrets’ Video
Along with this week's release of their 'War Eternal' album, Arch Enemy have unveiled the video for 'No More Regrets.'
Soundgarden Eyeing Deluxe ‘Badmotorfinger’ Reissue
Soundgarden are considering giving 'Badmotorfinger' a similar treatment to the new 'Superunknown' reissue.
Guns N’ Roses Live ‘Appetite for Democracy 3D’ To Be Released on Blu-Ray in July
Guns N' Roses first Las Vegas residency in 2012 has been captured for a Blu-ray and DVD release.
Corey Taylor on Slipknot Recording Without Paul Gray: ‘Nothing’s Ever Gonna Be the Same’
Slipknot are in the midst of working on a new album, and in an interview with Ultimate Guitar, frontman Corey Taylor gave a hint on the direction of the music, and also spoke about recording without the late Paul Gray and drummer Joey Jordison, who was recently let go from the band...
Royal Blood Rock ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live,’ Get Visit From Led Zeppelin Legend Jimmy Page
It has been a big week for the British duo Royal Blood. They made their U.S. television debut and one of their concerts was attended by rock royalty.
Alice In Chains’ Jerry Cantrell ‘Surprised’ Nirvana Were Inducted Into Rock Hall Before Pearl Jam
Earlier this year, Nirvana entered the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, making them the first "grunge band" from the Seattle scene to be inducted. As Alice in Chains prepare to play a show in Cleveland next week, where the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame is located, guitarist Jerry Cantrell spoke with Cleveland.com about Nirvana's induction and more.
Soundgarden To Play ‘Superunknown’ in Its Entirety in New York City
The 20th anniversary edition of Soundgarden's 'Superunknown' will be released on June 3, and the band has just announced a special show on June 2 at Webster Hall in New York City where they will play the album from front to back for only the second time ever.