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
Guns N’ Roses’ DJ Ashba Says Band’s Punctuality Issues Are in the Past
Guns N' Roses have been known to start shows late, but guitarist DJ Ashba says the punctuality issues are now a thing of the past.
Slayer, Jane’s Addiction, Offspring + More to Play Classic Albums in Full at 2014 Riot Fests
On Wednesday, the lineups were announced for the annual Riot Fest events in Chicago and Denver. Today (May 14), it was revealed that 10 of the bands will be playing classic albums in their entirety at the festivals, including Slayer, Jane's Addiction and the Offspring.
Alice In Chains’ Jerry Cantrell ‘Surprised’ Nirvana Were Inducted Into Rock Hall Before Pearl Jam
Earlier this year, Nirvana entered the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, making them the first "grunge band" from the Seattle scene to be inducted. As Alice in Chains prepare to play a show in Cleveland next week, where the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame is located, guitarist Jerry Cantrell spoke with Cleveland.com about Nirvana's induction and more.
Korn Postpone Kiev Show Due To Current Unrest in Ukraine
Korn recently embarked on a Russian tour, with the next stop set for Moscow tomorrow (May 15). However, the band has postponed their May 16 show in Kiev due to the current unrest in the area.
Is Stevie Young Playing on New AC/DC Album?
With Malcolm Young taking leave from the band due to illness, it looks like AC/DC didn't have to look far for a replacement guitarist to work on their new album. Back in 1988, Stevie Young filled in on guitar for his uncle Malcolm during 's 'Blow Up Your Video' tour. Now, 25 plus years later, there is a report that he's filling in for his uncle again.
Philip Anselmo Mourns Death of Young Fan
Last July, Philip H. Anselmo & The Illegals jammed the Pantera classic 'Walk' with cancer stricken fan Peyton Arens at their first-ever show in Tulsa, Okla. Sadly, Arens has passed away after battling a rare form of cancer called Rhabdomyosarcoma.
Pantera’s ‘Far Beyond Bootleg: Live From Donington ’94’ To Be Issued on Vinyl
The recent release of the 20th anniversary edition of Pantera's 'Far Beyond Driven' included a second disc of 'Far Beyond Bootleg: Live From Donington '94.' Now, the concert will get its first vinyl release on June 3, almost 20 years to the day that the show was played.
Linkin Park Reveal ‘The Hunting Party’ Track List
Details about Linkin Park's upcoming album 'The Hunting Party' have been trickling out over the past several weeks. Now we have the complete track listing with guest musicians for the disc that's set to be released June 17.
Alice in Chains Expand 2014 North American Tour With August Dates
With their previously announced spring tour ready to kick off Friday night (April 25) in Tulsa, Okla., Alice in Chains have added more North American dates to the schedule for later this summer (all date below).
Metallica Release Live Videos From South American Shows
The South American leg of Metallica's 'By Request' tour is complete, and now the band has released several videos from the shows. The latest video (watch above) is from the second Buenos Aires, Argentina, concert on March 30.
Government Intervention Puts Guns N’ Roses + KISS-Led Hell & Heaven Festival in Doubt
Up to 80,000 fans were expected for the Hell & Heaven Metal Fest coming up March 15 and 16 just outside Mexico City. However, the event, which features KISS, Guns N’ Roses, Twisted Sister, Rob Zombie, Testament and Opeth, is in doubt after being stopped by the Mexican state government. However, the organizers say the festival will go on as planned.
Black Sabbath to Compile Early Studio Albums in New Box Set
More than 40 years after they helped spawn the heavy metal genre, Black Sabbath are still going strong. You can revisit the band's early days with the box set ‘Black Sabbath: The Complete Studio Albums 1970-1978,′ set for an April 15 release.