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
Alice In Chains Raise Money for Philippines Typhoon Victims
In November of last year, Typhoon Haiyan devastated parts of the Philippines, killing more than 6,000 people and causing hundreds of millions of dollars in damage throughout Southeast Asia. Now, Alice In Chains are helping raise money for the typhoon victims.
Metallica Post HD Video of Full Antarctica Gig
Earlier this month, Metallica became the first band to play seven different continents in one year with their show in Antarctica. Now the band has made HD video footage of the entire 'Freeze 'Em All: Live in Antarctica' concert available via their YouTube channel (watch above).
In This Moment to Release Special Edition of ‘Blood’ With Bonus Live DVD
In This Moment's 2012 album 'Blood' has been their most successful to-date, spawning the hit singles 'Blood,' 'Adrenalize' and 'Whore.' Now, the band has announced that a special 2-disc edition of 'Blood' will be released Jan. 21 that also includes their version of the Nine Inch Nails song 'Closer' and the live DVD 'Blood at the Orpheum' (watch the DVD trailer above).
Pop Evil Score Second No. 1 Rock Hit of 2013 With ‘Deal With the Devil’
Having a song go all the way to No. 1 is a once in a lifetime event for many bands, but Pop Evil have managed to claim the top spot on the Active Rock chart for the second time this year with their single 'Deal With the Devil,' which follows fellow chart-topper 'Trenches.'
Halestorm’s Lzzy Hale Launches Fashion Line
Lzzy Hale, frontwoman of Grammy-winning hard rockers Halestorm, is expanding her horizons beyond music with Scissor Happy, a clothing and accessory line featuring her designs.
Of Mice & Men Announce January 2014 Release of New Album ‘Restoring Force’
California metalcore act Of Mice & Men have revealed the title and release date for their third studio album. 'Restoring Force' will be unleashed Jan. 28 via Rise Records.
For Today Announce New Album and 2014 Headlining Tour
Earlier this year, metalcore band For Today released the EP 'Prevailer.' Now the band has announced that their next studio album, 'Fight the Silence,' is set to be issued on Feb. 4. Pre-orders of the album and various merch bundles are available here, and you can listen to the album's title track and first single above.
In This Moment Announce January 2014 Tour Dates With Butcher Babies + More
In This Moment are currently in the midst of their Hellpop Tour, and now the band has announced a second leg that will kick off Jan. 2. Opening bands will be Butcher Babies, Devour the Day and All Hail the Yeti. The 16-date Hellpop Tour II launches in Portland, Ore. and will traverse the country, ending up in Florida just in time for In This Moment to embark on the ShipRocked cruise.
Godsmack Working on New Album
It has been a while since the last Godsmack studio album. 'The Oracle' was released in May of 2010, although the live album 'Live & Inspired' came out last year. Now comes word that the band is working on their next album.
Asking Alexandria Unveil Video for ‘Killing You’
Asking Alexandria have released the third video from their latest album, 'From Death to Destiny.' Like their last several videos, 'Killing You' was directed by Frankie Nasso.
Ex-Killswitch Engage Vocalist Howard Jones Resurfaces in Devil You Know
Howard Jones departed Killswitch Engage at the beginning of 2012 and was replaced by the band's original singer Jesse Leach. Now, after rumblings earlier this year of his involvement in a new band, an official announcement has now been made regarding Jones' new outfit.The vocalist has teamed up with All Shall Perish guitarist Francesco Artusato and Devolved drummer John Sankey to form Devil You Kn
Green Day’s Billie Joe Armstrong Teams Up With Norah Jones on ‘Foreverly’ Album
Billie Joe Armstrong has been expanding his artistic horizons recently. He landed a role in the movie 'Like Sunday, Like Rain,' and now the Green Day frontman has recorded an album with singer/songwriter Norah Jones.