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
Black Stone Cherry, ‘Kentucky’ – Album Review
Should you pick up Black Stone Cherry's 'Kentucky' album? Get a look at our review here.
Katatonia Unveil Lyric Video For ‘Old Heart Falls’
Katatonia have reveled the new song 'Old Heart Falls' from their 'The Fall of Hearts' album in the form of a lyric video.
Lamb of God’s Randy Blythe and Testament’s Alex Skolnick Launch New Magazine
Lamb of God's Randy Blythe and Testament's Alex Skolnick have joined with Tom Bejgrowicz to launch a new magazine called 'Unbuilt.'
Judas Priest, ‘Battle Cry’ – DVD Review
Judas Priest are back with a new live set, and you can see if the 'Battle Cry' DVD and live album are worthy additions to the band's catalog here.
KISS’ Gene Simmons Reflects on Van Halen Demos, Work on ‘Christine Sixteen’
They're two of the legendary bands in rock, but KISS' Gene Simmons gives more detail on his history with Van Halen and the brothers' role on a classic KISS cut.
Guns N’ Roses ‘Sweet Child O’ Mine’ Cover Includes Tap Dancing + ‘American Idol’ Contestant
We've never seen a cover of Guns N' Roses' 'Sweet Child o' Mine' quite like this, with a former 'American Idol' contestant and a tap dancer.
Killswitch Engage, ‘Incarnate’ – Album Review
Check out our review of the new Killswitch Engage album, 'Incarnate.'
Corey Taylor Says New Book ‘America 51′ Focuses on ‘How Bats–t Crazy My Country Is Right Now’
Corey Taylor has titled his new book 'America 51' and he says that it will 'piss off a lot of people.'
Anthrax, ‘For All Kings’ – Album Review
Read Loudwire's review of the new Anthrax album, 'For All Kings.'
Def Leppard Reschedule Postponed 2016 Tour Dates
After having to postpone shows earlier this year, Def Leppard have rescheduled dates for May.
Five Finger Death Punch Members to Participate in Charity Bowl-a-Thon
Five Finger Death Punch's Zoltan Bathory and Chris Kael will be taking part in the Down Syndrome Bowl-a-Thon's 2016 Tour of Champions in Orlando, Fla.
Buckcherry Unveil ‘The Feeling Never Dies’ Video with Country Superstar Gretchen Wilson
Buckcherry turned their song 'The Feeling Never Dies' into a duet with country favorite Gretchen Wilson. Watch the video here.