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
Within Temptation Unveil ‘Whole World Is Watching’ Video, Stream ‘Hydra’ Album In Full
Within Temptation's latest album 'Hydra,' is set for a Feb. 4 release, but you can stream the entire disc now via iTunes at this location.
Alice in Chains Announce Spring 2014 U.S. Tour
Alice in Chains have announced dates for a U.S. tour that launches April 25 in Tulsa, Okla (dates below). Pre-sale tickets will be available beginning Wednesday, Jan. 29 at AliceinChains.com. The public on-sale date is Friday, Jan. 31.
Sevendust Announce ‘Time Travelers & Bonfires’ Acoustic Album and Tour
Last year, Sevendust embarked on a crowdfunding campaign to record an acoustic album. According to their PledgeMusic page, more than 2700 people have contributed, and they have exceeded their goal by more than 60 percent with more than two months remaining. Now, more details have been revealed about the project.
Black Label Society To Headline 2014 Revolver Golden Gods Tour
Black Label Society have just announced via their Facebook page that they will be headlining the Revolver Golden Gods Tour.
In This Moment Unveil ‘Beautiful Tragedy’ Video From Upcoming Live DVD
With the release of the 'Blood' special edition a week away (Jan. 21), In This Moment are revealing the video for 'Beautiful Tragedy' (watch above) from the bonus live DVD 'Blood at the Orpheum' that's part of the special edition package.
Philip Anselmo Unveils Promo Videos for Upcoming ‘Technicians of Distortion’ Tour
As Philip H. Anselmo and The Illegals prepare to hit the road for the next leg of the 'Technicians of Distortion' tour, they have released a couple of promo videos talking about the upcoming trek with Author & Punisher and Hymn. The tour launches on Friday (Jan. 10) in Houston.
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.
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).
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).
The Pretty Reckless to Headline Relaunched 2014 SnoCore Tour
From 1996 to 2010 SnoCore was a winter staple, celebrating music and winter sports simultaneously. After a two year absence, SnoCore is coming back in 2014. The Pretty Reckless will be the headliners, with other bands including Heaven's Basement, The Letter Black and Crobot also playing.
A Day To Remember Tap Bring Me the Horizon + More for Inaugural Self Help Festival
A Day To Remember are organizing the first-ever Self Help Festival, and they've invited some big-time friends to help launch the concert extravaganza. It will be held March 22 in the NOS Event Center in San Bernardino, Calif.
Korn To Headline Inaugural Rockaholica Cruise
The musical cruise has exploded in popularity the past few years, with numerous rock and metal bands hitting the high seas with their fans. Now, a new cruise called Rockaholica will embark for the first time in 2014 with a lineup that includes Korn, Hoobastank and Fuel.