Chad Childers has been a music lover since his parents dragged him along to an Aerosmith/Bachman Turner Overdrive show as an infant. His love of music turned into a career in the mid-90s when he left a job in the Midwest as a librarian and moved to California to intern for Westwood One Radio. That led to work researching for Casey Kasem's countdown shows, writing and producing the alternative and active rock-related prep services SpinFax, The Fax, and Rip, Read and Rock, producing and writing for Westwood One's concert series as well as doing interviews across all music and entertainment formats. Since joining Loudwire in 2012, he's served as senior editor and is one of the writers for the site, while also interviewing bands and covering and photographing music festivals and concerts. He's also written for Ultimate Classic Rock, Pop Crush, Screen Crush and The FW. Twitter: @ChadChilLW Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chad.childers
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Mutemath Go for Colorful, Mirrored Mayhem in New ‘Prytania’ Video
Mutemath have a knack for making eye-catching videos, as evidenced by their time-lapsed video for 'Blood Pressure' and the in-reverse promo for 'Typical.' This time around, the group relies on yet another visual effect to draw the viewer in, frequently using the mirrored image and some bright lighting to showcase their performance for the song 'Prytania.
Two Door Cinema Club Unveil Release Date for New Album ‘Beacon’
Two Door Cinema Club have finished off their second album, which they're titling 'Beacon.' The band have revealed in a new teaser trailer that the disc will arrive on Sept. 4 in the U.S. and one day earlier in the U.K.
James Iha Sets Release Date for ‘Look to the Sky’ Solo Album
Former Smashing Pumpkins guitarist James Iha is pressing forward with his solo career after toiling with A Perfect Circle and Tinted Windows in recent years. The musician has just polished off a new album titled 'Look to the Sky,' which is expected in stores Sept. 18 via the End Records.
‘Ted’ Trailer – What’s the Song?
Heading to the theater this weekend to see the new comedy 'Ted'? Well, before you do, let's get you up to speed on the music they've been using in the film's trailer.
Conor Oberst Splits Time Between Solo Dates and Desaparecidos
Bright Eyes' Conor Oberst is otherwise engaged this summer. The musician will be spending plenty of time on tour exploring other projects.
Muse, ‘Survival’ – Song Review
It's here - new Muse music from the atmospheric powerful rock trio! The band revealed earlier today that their song 'Survival' had been chosen as the official theme song of the Summer 2012 Olympics in London, and now the track has made it's official debut.
Florence + the Machine’s Florence Welch Eyeing Dance ‘Side Project’
Florence + the Machine's Florence Welch has one of those big time voices you'd typically associate with pop divas, but up until now she's been content to be a standout in the alternative and indie world.
Muse Make ‘Survival’ the Official London 2012 Olympics Song
Muse are on their way back with new music and they've teamed with the London 2012 Olympics to make one track the event's official theme song.
Fitz and the Tantrums Offer Free Five-Song Concert Set
Fitz and the Tantrums are hitting the road and ready to celebrate with a little something extra for their fans. The group is serving up a five-song live album just to set the mood.
The Avett Brothers Nail Down Release Details for ‘The Carpenter’ Album
It's been a longer-than-expected trip, but the Avett Brothers are now well on their way back to releasing a new album.