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 To Play Two Historic September Shows in Quebec City
Metallica are very familiar with Quebec's Colisee Pepsi, playing seven shows in the arena dating back to 1989.
Dave Grohl: ‘I Will Be a Diehard Metallica Fan Until the Day I Die’
As Record Store Day ambassador, Dave Grohl professes his love for Metallica.
Aerosmith Announce 2015 North American Summer ‘Blue Army Tour’
Legendary rockers Aerosmith will be back on the road this summer for the "Blue Army" tour.
Tom Keifer Unveils Video for ‘It’s Not Enough’ + New Tour Dates
Tom Keifer offers a look at his live show with the 'It's Not Enough' video and reveals more tour dates.
The Winery Dogs, Joe Satriani, Steve Vai + More Host Musician Camps This Summer
Summer means camps for the kids, but adults can also enjoy some fun and music with musician camps.
Banjo Guy Ollie Unveils Metallica ‘Enter Sandman’ Cover
Metallica's iconic single "Enter Sandman" has been given a twangy makeover by Banjo Guy Ollie.
Classic Guns N’ Roses Live Shows To See Album Release
Live Radio Broadcasts will be released April 27 via Bandana Records, though the band's involvement in the double album hasn't been confirmed.
Former Guns N’ Roses Bandmates Duff McKagan + Izzy Stradlin Record New Song
Duff McKagan and Izzy Stradlin recently recorded a new song.
Motley Crue’s Nikki Sixx to Be Featured on VH1 Classic’s ‘Rock Icons’ Show
Motley Crue and Sixx: A.M. bassist Nikki Sixx will be featured on the March 28 edition of VH1 Classic's 'Rock Icons.'
KISS’ Paul Stanley Visits Girl Recovering From Microtia Surgery
Four-year-old Arabella Carter from Canada traveled to Los Angeles last week for the surgery, and Paul Stanley visited her and her family following the operation.
Metallica + Megadeth Combined in New Mashup ‘Fight Fire With Lungs of Hell’
YouTube mashup-meister The Taskmaster has returned to the thrash metal well for another combination of Metallica and Megadeth.
Alice Cooper Featured on Arizona Coyotes Hockey Mask
Arizona resident and rock legend Alice Cooper is a huge sports fan, and he's been a longtime supporter of the Arizona Coyotes NHL hockey team.
Ex-Faith No More Guitarist Jim Martin Breaks Decade-Long Silence to Answer Fan Questions
Guitarist Jim Martin left Faith No More back in 1993 after the band's 'Angel Dust' album. After a decade of silence, Martin agreed to answer 15 questions submitted by readers of a UK fan site.