Chris Barilla
Associate Editor, MusicLocation: Nashville, Tenn and New York, NYEducation: Ramapo College of New JerseyA graduate of Ramapo College of New Jersey, Chris Barilla has worked as a journalist for over 10 years across a variety of topics including trending entertainment, political news, fashion, and automotive engineering. He regularly covers the latest happenings in the music world.
More From Chris Barilla
Believe It or Not, Jerry Springer Once Served as the Mayor of Cincinnati
Jerry Springer was the Mayor of Cincinnati, Ohio, before his fame as a television personality made him a household name. Let's take a closer look.
You Wouldn't Believe the Link That Lewis and Peter Capaldi Have to One Another
Lewis Capaldi and Peter Capaldi both made names for themselves in the entertainment sphere, but are the stars actually related at all?
Dr. Pimple Popper Says Husband Dr. Jeffrey Rebish Is "The Brains" of Their Operation
Who is Dr. Pimple Popper's husband? What else do we know about her personal life? She sat down with 'Distractify' in 2019 to discuss the details.
Matt Kaplan and Alex Cooper Are Engaged — Who Is Matt's Ex-Wife?
Matt Kaplan is well-regarded for his work as a film producer and businessman, but what do we know about his ex-wife and current fiancée?
Brian Littrell's Son, Baylee Littrell, Is a Musician Just Like His Father
Brian Littrell's son Baylee Littrell is a musician like his father! Here's everything we know about the Backstreet Boys singer's only child.
Cash App Now Has a Borrow Option — How Do You Access It?
Need money instantly? Cash App has rolled out a new Borrow feature that allows users to get a little bit of extra funds before their paycheck hits.
Longtime 'Breaking Bad' Fans Might Recognize the Name Max in 'Better Call Saul'
Who is Max, and why is his name mentioned in 'Better Call Saul'? What relation does he have to the show within the 'Breaking Bad' universe?
The "Medium Olive" Travis Scott Air Jordan 1 Lows Drop Soon — Get Ready!
Travis Scott and Nike are legendary collaborators. When does their newest offering, the "Medium Olive" Air Jordan 1 Low, drop? Details on the release.
Tucker Carlson Has Shockingly Departed From Fox News; Who Is Replacing Him?
Who is Tucker Carlson's replacement on Fox News? After his shocking departure, folks are curious how the network will move forward
Kellie Pickler Used to Be at the Top of the Country Music World, so What Happened?
Why is it that Kellie Pickler decided to stop singing? What is she up to nowadays? The country singer rose to fame thanks to 'American Idol'.
Tupac Was Famously Jailed at the Height of His Career, but Why?
Why did the late great rapper Tupac Shakur end up in jail? What legal issues did he face when he was alive? Unpacking the details.
Hunter Hayes Has Been Open About His Feelings Regarding Relationships Over the Years
Hunter Hayes is famous as a multi-genre music artist, but what do we know about his dating life? Who has he been affiliated with romantically?
Agust D and Suga Make Similar Sounding Music — Are They the Same Person?
Two huge names in the world of K-Pop are Agust D and Suga, but are the two the same person? Everything that you need to know about the situation.
Ed Sheeran Sings About Resiliency and Reflection on "Boat"
What meaning is Ed Sheeran attempting to convey through his song "Boat" off of the album "-"? Here's what we know about the track.
Suga, aka Agust D, Sings About "Freedom of Expression" on "Haegum"
What is the meaning of "Haegum" by Agust D? The song has capitvated fans of BTS and beyond. Let's unpack its lyrical content and more.
Unlike the Rest of His Family, Barron Trump Has Largely Avoided the Public Eye
What is Barron Trump up to now since his father, former President Donald Trump, left office? Details on the politician's youngest son.
Snoop Dogg Has Walked Back How Much Weed He Smokes on a Daily Basis
Snoop Dogg is famous for his love of marijuana, but how much weed does the rapper actually smoke? Has he ever revealed the amount?
Frank Ocean Has Dropped out of Coachella Weekend Two: "I'll See You Soon"
Did Frank Ocean decide to drop out of his highly anticipated 2023 Coachella headlining set? Here's what we know about the situation.
Beyond Being a Celebrity Chef, Jet Tila Is Also a Successful Family Man
Is 'Food Truck Prize Fight' star Jet Tila married to anyone? What do we know about the Food Network star's kids? Unpacking the chef's personal life.
Jaylen Brown Wears a Mask During Games — Medical Reason, Explained
Why does Jaylen Brown wear a mask during games? What happened to the professional basketball player? We've got details on the medical reason.
Believe It or Not, ‘Dead Ringers’ Has Some Basis in Truth
Prime Video is set to release a remade version of David Cronenberg’s 1988 thriller 'Dead Ringers,' but is it based on a true story?
Frank Ocean and Billy Ocean Both Rose to Fame as Singers, but Are They Related?
Is Frank Ocean related to Billy Ocean? The two are both famous in the music world, but do they have any true familial ties? Here's what we know.
Blink-182's Coachella Reunion Was Historic, but Why Did They Ever Break Up?
Why did Blink-182 break up? Let's take a closer look at the dissolving (and eventual reunion) of the band, which performed at Coachella 2023.
Bryce Vine Says He's Looking to Usher In the "Next Evolution of Music" (EXCLUSIVE)
In an exclusive chat with 'Distractify,' singer Bryce Vine decoded his EP "Serotonin," touring in 2023, new collaborations, and more.
The Amount of Money Paid to Coachella's Headlining Acts Is Pretty Staggering
How much money do Coachella headliners actually make? You might be surprised to learn just how much money your favorite stars are earning.
Frank Ocean's Headphones Are Iconic, but Why Does He Wear Them While Performing?
Why does Frank Ocean seem to always wear headphones while he's performing live? Has he ever addressed the reasoning? Let's get into it.
Dollar General Manager Fired for Exposing "Labor Hour Cuts" on TikTok
Dollar General Manager Mary Gundel's TikTok about her workplace's harsh conditions has gone viral, and she has since been fired from the company.
'Life After Lockup': Justine Makes Husband Michael Decide Between His Career and Family (EXCLUSIVE CLIP)
In an exclusive clip obtained by 'Distractify' ahead of the April 14 episode of 'Life After Lockup,' Justine gives her husband Michael an ultimatum.
This Famous Singer Just Put Their Own Spin on the 'Yellowjackets' Theme Song
'Yellowjackets' is a fan-favorite, but what is the meaning of its theme song, "No Return"? Unpacking the track and all of the details surrounding it.
Gene Simmons Reassures Fans After His Recent Health Scare on Tour
How is legendary KISS band member Gene Simmons's health doing today? Is there anything that fans need to be concerned about? Let's take a look.
Daniel Caesar Addresses His Past Controversial Comments Ahead of His New Album
Why did Daniel Caesar get canceled? What kind of controversy has the singer been involved in? Unpacking what you need to know about the situation.
Dani Cimorelli and Emmyn Calleiro’s Divorce Has Fans Searching for Answers
What do we know about Dani Cimorelli and Emmyn Calleiro's divorce? Unpacking the details surrounding the TikTok stars and their union dissolving.
Breaking Down Melissa Schuman's Net Worth Amid Nick Carter Lawsuit
What is Melissa Schuman's net worth? The singer and actor is best known for being a member of the girl group Dream. Here's what we know.
Longtime Apple Communications Chief Katie Cotton Has Died
What was Katie Cotton's cause of death? The longtime public relations specialist was a close friend of the late Steve Jobs. Here's what we know.
Federal Student Loan Borrowers Are in Limbo — When Will the Supreme Court Rule on Student Loan Forgiveness?
When will the Supreme Court make a decision regarding student loan forgiveness? Is it going to be resolved any time soon? Here's what we know so far.
Rosa Parks Sued Outkast for Naming One of Their Hit Songs After Her
Why did Rosa Parks decide to sue hip-hop duo Outkast? What spurred the civil rights leader to pursue legal action against the rappers?
Metallica Is Challenging Marching Bands Across the Nation to Go Metal
Metallica's marching band contest is challenging these bands to go metal. Here's everything we know about the competition and what it entails.
You Probably Won't Be Able to Guess How Many Holes This Shirt Actually Has in It
Here's what you need to know about the riddle going viral online about how many holes a white t-shirt has in it. It's a bit of a doozy for sure!
Precious Cooper Is a Force to Be Reckoned With on 'Street Outlaws: Memphis'
Who is Precious Cooper on 'Street Outlaws: Memphis'? We have details on the star and the role that she occupies within the street racing series.
The Masters Tournament Winner Takes Home Millions — But How Much, Exactly?
How much money do you get for winning the Masters? Let's unpack the champion prize behind one of golf's biggest events. Because it's in the millions.
Mick Mars's Successful Career as a Heavy Metal Guitarist Has Made Him a Millionaire
What do we know about Mick Mars's net worth? The guitarist is famous for his work over the years as a member of Mötley Crüe, but how wealthy is he?
Ace Frehley and Paul Stanley Seem to Have Serious Beef With One Another
Why is it that Ace Frehley and Paul Stanley have beef? The two previously worked together as members of KISS, but what happened between them?
Lewis Capaldi's Ex-Girlfriend, Paige Turley, Is Known for Her Time on 'Love Island'
What do we know about Lewis Capaldi's ex-girlfriend, Paige Turley? What about the time that they spent together? Here's what we know.
Wu-Tang Clan's Original Plan for Their Now-Famous Logo Was Much More Unsettling
What is the inspiration behind the famous logo used by the Wu-Tang Clan? Unpacking the origin of the ubiquitous symbol and how it actually came to be.
Lewis Capaldi's Relationship History: Who Has the Scottish Singer Dated?
Is Lewis Capaldi's relationship history public? The singer has captivated fans for years now, but who are the individuals that stole his heart?
'Ted Lasso' Included a Tribute to Late Soccer Journalist Grant Wahl
'Ted Lasso' gave a special shoutout to the late soccer journalist Grant Wahl, who died in 2022, honoring the sport that the show is based on.
Believe It or Not, R. Kelly Wrote Dozens of Hit Songs for Major Artists
R. Kelly spent decades writing songs for other artists outside of his own discography. Who else did he help create hits for? Here's what we know.
Magnolia Pearl's Pricey and Eclectic Clothing Is Trending All Over TikTok
What is Magnolia Pearl, and why can't TikTok stop talking about their unique clothes? Here's why the designer has gone viral lately.
Neil Diamond Got Candid About Living With Parkinson's Disease: "This Is Me; This Is What I Have to Accept"
How is Neil Diamond's health? The singer-songwriter is one of the best-selling artists of all time, but what do we know about his personal life?
Joni Mitchell and Graham Nash's Relationship Was a Formative Time for Both of Their Careers
Breaking down the complete timeline of Joni Mitchell's famous relationship with Graham Nash, including how it began and ended.
