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
Candlelight Red Announce New Album ‘Reclamation,’ Unleash First Single ‘Feel the Same’
Candlelight Red have announced that their second full-length album 'Reclamation' will be released June 4 via Imagen Records. It was produced by Sevendust drummer Morgan Rose, who was also behind the console for their 2012 EP 'Demons.' The first single from the record, 'Feel the Same,' will impact radio on May 14, but can already be heard in the player below.
David Draiman’s Device Unveil Teaser Video for Self-Titled Debut Album
As the anticipation builds for the April 9 release of their self-titled debut album, Device have released a short, 45 second black and white teaser video featuring a snippet of their music (watch below). The first single 'Vilify' hits radio on Feb. 19.
Hatebreed To Embark on 2013 U.S. Tour With Shadows Fall, Dying Fetus and The Contortionist
Hatebreed's new album, 'The Divinity of Purpose,' will be released Jan. 25 in Europe and Jan. 29 in the United States, and now the band has announced a headlining U.S. tour kicking off in late January.
Avenged Sevenfold’s M. Shadows Says Upcoming Album Has ‘Sabbath / Zeppelin’ Feel
After revealing recently that Avenged Sevenfold were about six songs into a writing their upcoming album. M. Shadows has now given a big hint as to what direction the band will be taking on the disc. He also has laid out a timetable for the album's release.
Tom Morello Says ‘No Plans’ for Rage Against the Machine Beyond Reissue of Debut Album
With the 20th anniversary edition of their self-titled debut set to be released Nov. 27, Rage Against the Machine fans are wondering if the band plans on recording a new album.
Jon Bon Jovi’s Daughter Stephanie Arrested After Possible Heroin Overdose
Jon Bon Jovi's 19-year-old daughter Stephanie Bongiovi (Bon Jovi's real last name) was recently arrested at her college campus in New York after police responded to a report of an unresponsive female that had allegedly overdosed on heroin.
P.O.D. Lyrical Controversy Leads California Festival to Switch Venues
P.O.D. was scheduled to perform in Ventura, Calif. Sunday (Oct. 28), but canceled the gig after some controversy erupted with the venue. Originally scheduled for the Ventura County Fairgrounds, the Hell's Coming festival was moved to a smaller venue after fairground officials objected to the lyrical content of the P.O.D. song, 'Youth of the Nation.'