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
Nickelback Top Popular Rock Acts in Lyrics Intelligence Analysis
Lyrics to most songs aren't exactly Shakespearean, but a new study scientifically examining lyrics says they are barely grade school level.
Marilyn Manson and Billy Corgan: We Wanted To Form a Band With Flavor Flav and Jenna Jameson
Marilyn Manson and Billy Corgan held a press conference in Chicago to talk about their joint tour, and things got a bit strange.
Metallica’s ‘Anesthesia’ Gets Upright Bass Cover From Rob Scallon
Viral virtuoso Rob Scallon breaks out his upright bass to cover Metallica's 'Anesthesia.'
Bobaflex To Unleash New Album ‘Anything That Moves’ in July
Bobaflex have set a July release for their next album, 'Anything That Moves.'
Down, Coal Chamber + More To Rock 2015 Dirt Fest
You'll want to head to Flint, Mich. in early August to catch Down and Coal Chamber leading the Dirt Fest lineup.
New Slash Video ‘Beneath the Savage Sun’ Brings Attention To Plight of Elephants
New video brings attention to the plight of elephants in Africa.
Axl Rose Pens Letter To Indonesian President To Try To Halt Executions, But It’s Too Late
Organizations from around the world had been urging Indonesian president Joko Widodo to halt the impending executions of two Australian men.
Smashing Pumpkins’ Billy Corgan Joins TNA Wrestling as Senior Producer
Smashing Pumpkins frontman Billy Corgan will continue his passion for wrestling serving as TNA Wrestling's senior producer.
Chino Moreno Reveals Release Date for New Deftones Album
Deftones have been working on a new album, and now more details are being revealed about when it will likely be released.
Scott Weiland Responds To Filter’s Richard Patrick’s Comments About His Drug Use
Filter frontman Richard Patrick talked about Scott Weiland‘s past issues with drugs and tardiness. Now, Weiland has fired back with a response to Patrick's comments.
Megadeth’s Dave Mustaine on Kiko Loureiro: ‘Definitely the Best Guitarist We’ve Ever Had’
Dave Mustaine offers high praise to Megadeth's new guitarist Kiko Loureiro.
Supergroup Art of Anarchy Unveil ”Til the Dust Is Gone’ Video
Art of Anarchy, a supergroup with several well-known members, will release their self-titled debut album June 2.