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
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Before you pick up Bruce Dickinson's 'What Does This Button Do?: An Autobiography,' check out our review.
Brian Slagel, ‘For the Sake of Heaviness: The History of Metal Blade Records’ – Book Review
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