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
Overkill Unveil Lyric Video for ‘Mean, Green Killing Machine’
With their latest album, The Grinding Wheel, set to be released Feb. 10, thrash legends Overkill have revealed another track from the disc.
Bring Me the Horizon Frontman Oli Sykes’ Clothing Company Creates ‘Star Wars’ Inspired Jackets
Bring Me the Horizon frontman Oli Sykes' clothing company Drop Dead has unveiled a pair of jackets inspired by the film 'Rogue One: A Star Wars Story.
2017 Psycho Las Vegas Lineup Includes Carcass, Abbath, Melvins, Neurosis + More
One of the underground's favorite festivals, Psycho Las Vegas, has revealed numerous bands that will be part of the 2017 festivities.
Skillet Announce Second Leg of ‘Unleashed’ Tour With Sick Puppies + Devour the Day
Skillet will be hitting the road again next year in support of their latest album, 'Unleashed.'
Lars Ulrich: It ‘Remains To Be Seen’ Whether Metallica Can Perform Into Our 60s and 70s
Lars Ulrich ponders whether Metallica can keep going into their 70s and 80s.
Amaranthe to Embark on 2017 North American Tour With Failure Anthem, Citizen Zero + More
Amaranthe have booked a 2017 North American tour featuring support from Failure Anthem, Citizen Zero and more.
Megadeth’s Dave Mustaine: Metallica’s ‘Hardwired…To Self Destruct’ Album ‘Sounds Pretty Good to Me’
Megadeth's Dave Mustaine is given the chance to critique Metallica's new 'Hardwired ... To Self-Destruct' album.
Superjoint Plan January 2017 Tour with Battlecross + Child Bite
Superjoint will kick off 2017 on the road with support from Battlecross and Child Bite.
Stone Sour Unveil Video for ‘Come What(Ever) May’ Favorite ‘Zzyzx Rd.’
In celebration of the 10th anniversary of Stone Sour's 'Come What(ever) May,' watch a new video for 'Zzyzx Rd.'
2017 Decibel Magazine Tour To Include Kreator, Obituary + More
The 2017 Decibel Magazine Tour has been announced with Kreator and Obituary heading up the lineup. Dates and details here.