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
As I Lay Dying’s Tim Lambesis Actually Paid $160,000 To Make Bail on Murder-for-Hire Charge
As I Lay Dying frontman Tim Lambesis was released on $2 million bail last week after being accused of hiring a hitman to kill his estranged wife. Now we're learning how much Lambesis had to pay to be granted that bail.
Nine Inch Nails Set to Unleash Brand-New Single ‘Came Back Haunted’
After last week's huge news from Trent Reznor that Nine Inch Nails were returning with a new album later this year, more big news today. The band will be releasing a new single 'Came Back Haunted' to radio on Thursday (June 6).
Former Eighteen Visions Bassist Mick Morris Dies
Sad news to report as Mick Morris, who was in Eighteen Visions, Bleeding Through and Clear, has passed away at the age of 35. According to AltPress.com, Morris died Sunday (June 2) of a preexisting heart condition.
Device Joined by In This Moment’s Maria Brink for ‘Close My Eyes Forever’ at Rock on the Range
At this weekend's Rock on the Range festival, Device's David Draiman brought up a special guest to sing 'Close My Eyes Forever.' He was joined by Maria Brink of In This Moment to sing the duet from Device's self-titled debut album (watch video above).
British College First To Offer Heavy Metal Degree
Imagine getting college credit for studying Metallica and Iron Maiden and playing metal gigs. Sounds like something metalheads might dream up after a long night of partying, but a college in the U.K. is doing just that. Beginning this fall, New College Nottingham will offer a two-year degree in heavy metal, reports the Nottingham Post...
Halestorm, Device + More Rock Weather-Shortened 2013 Carolina Rebellion Festival
2013 turned out to be a memorable year for the Carolina Rebellion festival, but not in the way organizers had hoped. Expanding to two full days at a new venue (Charlotte Motor Speedway) with a high profile lineup had anticipation and expectations at a high level. Unfortunately, Mother Nature did not cooperate.
Todd La Torre Fronted Queensryche To Release Self-Titled Album on June 25
After last month's announcement that Queensryche had signed with Century Media Records, the version of the band that's now fronted by Todd La Torre has revealed the album will be self-titled and is set for a June 25 release.
Alter Bridge Begin Recording Fourth Album
It has been well over two years since Alter Bridge's last album 'ABIII.' But after a tweet last month from bassist Brian Marshall about writing new songs and news from guitarist Mark Tremonti that pre-production had begun, we're now getting confirmation that recording has started...
Dream Theater Hoping to Release New Album by End of Summer
In a series of Twitter Q&A videos, Dream Theater bassist John Myung answered a question from a fan about when the band's next album would be released (watch below).
Carolina Rebellion Festival Unveils Daily Lineup
The Carolina Rebellion festival is expanding to two full days this year, and will be held May 4 and 5 at Charlotte Motor Speedway in Concord, N.C. In addition, a Friday campground party will be held May 3. The bands were previously revealed and now the daily lineups and set times have been unveiled.
‘That Metal Show’ Books Lemmy Kilmister, Dave Mustaine, Rob Zombie + More for Season 12
After making its debut in late 2008, 'That Metal Show' quickly became one of VH1 Classic's most popular shows. Nearly every big name in hard rock and classic metal has made an appearance on the program, which will begin taping their 12th season later this month in Los Angeles. Hosts Eddie Trunk, Don Jamieson and Jim Florentine all return for the new season that premieres June 1.
Filter To Unleash New Album ‘The Sun Comes Out Tonight’ in June
After getting word earlier this year that Filter had signed to a new label and was working on a new album tentatively titled 'Gurney and the Burning Books,' the official title and release date have been announced. Now called 'The Sun Comes Out Tonight,' the album will be released June 4 via Wind-up Records.