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
Mark Tremonti Offers New Details on Upcoming Alter Bridge Album
A few months back, we learned that Alter Bridge had begun working on their fourth album. Now, guitarist Mark Tremonti is spilling some details about the record.
Avenged Sevenfold, Deftones and Ghost B.C. to Embark on Fall 2013 U.S. Tour
It's been a busy news day for Avenged Sevenfold fans. Earlier, the band unveiled the full version of their new single 'Hail to the King,' and now they have announced an October tour of the United States with Deftones and Ghost B.C.
Slipknot / Stone Sour Singer Corey Taylor Says Watching Faith No More Perform Changed His Life
Corey Taylor of Stone Sour and Slipknot is featured in the latest 'Beacon Moment' video (watch above). The series asks musicians to relate an experience or series of events that changes the course of a person's life—toward a life devoted to music.
Kid Rock Announces ‘$20 Best Night Ever’ U.S. Tour
Kid Rock and his Twisted Brown Trucker Band will embark on a summer U.S. tour that will feature fan-friendly ticket prices. The trek kicks off June 28 in Bristow, Va. and will wind around the country before wrapping up Sept. 15 in Tampa, Fla. Support bands on select dates will include Kool & The Gang, ZZ Top and Uncle Kracker.
Green Day Streaming ‘¡Tre!’ In Its Entirety
The final installment of Green Day's trilogy doesn't hit stores for another week, but fans can get a sneak preview now. '¡Tré!' is currently streaming by clicking below. The album will be released on Dec. 11.
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.
Zakk Wylde Praises Randy Rhoads, Talks Black Sabbath + Recalls Funny Ozzy Osbourne Moment
Black Label Society recently wrapped up a Canadian tour, and Rock Cellar caught up with frontman Zakk Wylde for a wide-ranging conversation about those shows and numerous other subjects.
Stone Sour’s Josh Rand Talks Genesis of New Album ‘House of Gold & Bones Part 1′
Stone Sour‘s album ‘House of Gold & Bones Part 1' will be released next week, and the band's guitarist Josh Rand spoke with Roadrunner Records about it.