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
Ritchie Blackmore’s Rainbow Plan June Release of ‘Live in Birmingham 2016′
Get ready for the double-disc concert album 'Live in Birmingham 2016' featuring the return to the stage of Ritchie Blackmore's Rainbow.
Poison Drummer Rikki Rockett Remains Cancer Free One Year After Experimental Therapy
In a new update, Poison drummer Rikki Rockett reveals that he's still cancer free one year after starting an experimental immunotherapy.
Don Dokken: No New Shows With Classic Dokken Lineup Are Planned
Don Dokken reaffirms that no additional shows with the classic Dokken lineup are planned after 2016's run of shows in Japan.
Black Sabbath Share Footage Of 1970 TV Performance of ‘Paranoid’
Want a glimpse of Black Sabbath in their early days? Watch this 1970 performance of 'Paranoid' from 'Top of the Pops.'
Metallica, ‘Hardwired…To Self Destruct’ – Album Review
Read our review of the highly anticipated new Metallica album 'Hardwired...To Self Destruct.'
Motley Crue, ‘The End: Live in Los Angeles’ – DVD/CD Review
Read our review of Motley Crue's DVD/CD release 'The End: Live in Los Angeles.'
Original Alice Cooper Band Members Ready Black Friday Release; Bassist Preps Beasto Blanco Album
Alice Cooper and members of his original band will release 'Live From the Astroturf' on Black Friday, and bassist Chuck Garric has a new Beasto Blanco album.
Sharon Osbourne Says She and Ozzy Have ‘Worked Out’ Marital Issues
While appearing on 'Conan,' Sharon Osbourne revealed that she and Ozzy Osbourne have worked out their marital issues and also joked about the situation.
Motorhead, ‘Clean Your Clock’ – Live Album/DVD Review
Check out our review of the new Motorhead live album/DVD 'Clean Your Clock.'
Alice Cooper Says Axl Rose’s Voice Is ‘Absolutely Perfect’ for AC/DC
Alice Cooper is among those that thinks the pairing of Axl Rose and AC/DC is a good one.