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
Here's How to Watch 'Wrestlemania 39' When It Airs in All of Its Aggressive Glory
How can you watch 'Wrestlemania 39' for free? Details on the highly-anticipated wrestling event and how fans can check it out when it airs.
Darrion Trammell Is Making Waves in College Football — Let's Meet His Family
What do we know about Darrion Trammell's brother? What about his parents? Here are details on the home life of the fan-favorite basketball player.
Paul Peden Is Stealing Hearts on 'Love Is Blind,' but What Do We Know About His Family?
What do we know about 'Love Is Blind' participant Paul Peden's parents? What about his siblings? Details on the reality star's family.
Rick Ness Explains Why He Decided to Leave 'Gold Rush' — Plus, Details on His Possible Return
What happened to Rick Ness on 'Gold Rush'? The miner explains the personal reasoning for why he decided to exit the series.
Joni Mitchell Has Battled Some Serious Health Issues in the Past
Is Joni Mitchell's health in good shape? The singer has commanded a huge fan following for decades, but is she still doing well? Here's what we know.
Lana Del Rey Is Engaged! Here's Everything We Know About Her Fiancé
Who is Lana Del Rey engaged to now? Unpacking all of the known circumstances surrounding the award-winning singer's romantic life.
From Nashville to Cape Town, Diplo Is "Taking a Chance" Exploring Different Genres (EXCLUSIVE)
Diplo sat down with 'Distractify' to discuss his new Major Lazer project, upcoming Thomas Wesley album, and what else he has in store for fans.
Kristen Stewart Is the Creative Visionary Behind the New boygenius Movie
Alongside the release of the new boygenius album comes a collaborative directorial effort from actress Kristen Stewart, a friend of the band.
See the Cast of 'American Chopper' 20 Years After Its Premiere!
Where is the cast of 'American Chopper' now? The popular reality television show premiered 20 years ago today — see the cast today!
The Band Perry Have Called It Quits for Now, but Why?
The Band Perry was super popular in 2010, but what happened to them, and where are they now? We’re here to catch you up on the latest.
Why Was Leonard Cohen's "Everybody Knows" Featured in 'Ted Lasso'?
What is the meaning of the song "Everybody Knows" by Leonard Cohen and Sharon Robinson, featured on 'Ted Lasso'? Here's what we know.
Old Dominion's Matthew Ramsey Was Injured in an Accident, but What Exactly Happened?
What happened to Matthew Ramsey from Old Dominion? The group has to postpone a number of shows, but what is the reason for it? Learn more here
Maren Morris Has Never Been Shy About Sharing Her Political Beliefs
Where does Maren Morris stand in terms of politics? Breaking down what we know about the country star's position within the political spectrum.
Joe Santagato and Frankie Alvarez Have Known Each Other Since They Were Young
What do we know about Joe Santagato and Frankie Alvarez's friendship? Unpacking details of the two hosts' relationship with one another.
Age Isn't Stopping Pat Benatar From Rocking Just as Hard as She Has for Decades
How is Pat Benatar's health nowadays? Has the singer had any unfortunate medical situations that fans should be aware of? Here's what we know.
Fugees Member Pras Michel Has Made Millions Throughout His Career
What kind of net worth does Pras Michel have? How much money has the Fugees member made? Details on his finances and personal life.
A Wisconsin Elementary School Banned "Rainbowland" by Miley Cyrus and Dolly Parton From Its Spring Concert
What is the meaning of "Rainbowland" by Miley Cyrus and Dolly Parton? A Wisconsin elementary school banned the song from a concert.
Olivia Wilde Just Won a Victory in Her Custody Battle Against Jason Sudeikis
Details on how Olivia Wilde and ex-fiancé Jason Sudeikis are raising their kids after a few years of public relationship strife.
A Dream Team of Musicians Came Together to Bring "Aurora" by Daisy Jones & The Six to Life
Who wrote the songs that soundtrack the hit '70s rock series 'Daisy Jones & The Six'? Unpacking the origin of the groovy music from the show.
Who Are Luke Combs's Kids? "Gettin' Old" Features a Song Inspired by His Son and Father
Does Luke Combs have any kids? Details on the renowned country singer's personal life and how elements of it have inspired his music.
Orville Peck Says That Wearing a Mask "Helps Eliminate Pretense"
Why does Orville Peck wear a mask? Understanding why the breakout country star dons a particularly interesting face covering while in public.
Sharon Van Etten Reminisces on Her Life in New York City in "Seventeen"
What is the meaning of the song "Seventeen" by Sharon Van Etten? We'll break down the lyrics and inspiration behind the singer's hit 2019 track.
Ed Sheeran's "Eyes Closed" Was Inspired by the Singer's Late Friends
What is the meaning of Ed Sheeran's "Eyes Closed"? Breaking down the details surrounding the singer's lead single off of his new album.
You Wouldn’t Believe How Pete Wentz’s Parents Met
Who are Fall Out Boy bassist Pete Wentz's parents? What about his ethnicity? Unpacking the personal details surrounding the musician's life.
Kid Rock's History of Controversy Goes Back Decades — Let's Discuss
Why do people hate Kid Rock so much? What is it about the musician that just irks some? Unpacking why listeners take issue with the artist.
Lotus Drummer Chuck Morris and His Son Are Missing, Presumed Dead
What do we know about missing Lotus drummer Chuck Morris and his son? The harrowing story of their disappearances while kayaking in Arkansas.
A TikTok Video of Fans Screaming at a Taylor Swift Concert Has the Internet Divided
A TikTok video of fans screaming at a Taylor Swift concert has divided viewers with opinions on proper concert etiquette. Here's what they said.
The Fairy on 'The Masked Singer' Is This Country Music Singer!
Who is Fairy on 'The Masked Singer'? Unpacking the identity of the character on the popular reality singing competition.
Tiktok Has the Best Videos of Cute Dogs on the Internet Now
Check out some of the cutest and funniest dog videos posted to TikTok for a daily boost of serotonin through your screen.
Nick Lachey Ordered to Take Anger Management Classes After 2022 Altercation With Paparazzo
What do we know about the incident between Nick Lachey and photographer Jody Santos? Unpacking the uncomfortable details of it all.
Rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine Was Hospitalized, but What Happened?
Why was rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine hospitalized in 2023? What happened to the controversial star? Let's unpack the details of what went down.
Jimin's Song Title "Set Met Free Pt. 2" Is a Nod to a Fellow BTS Member
What is the meaning of "Set Me Free Pt. 2" by Jimin? Unpacking the known information behind the hit song.
MMA Fighter Iuri Lapicus Tragically Died at Just 27 Years Old
What was Iuri Lapicus's cause of death? The MMA fighter died tragically at a young age, but what exactly happened?
Newcomer Shelby Lynn Is Impressing Fans With Her Racing Skills on 'Street Outlaws'
Who is Shelby Lynn on 'Street Outlaws'? Viewers of the Discovery Channel series are curious about the racer and per place within the reality show.
Bumble Boost and Premium Offer Certain Advantages Over a Free Account
Is it worth it to purchase Bumble Boost or Bumble Premium? Will it actually get you more matches on Bumble? Details on the paid service.
Taylor Swift's Eras Tour Setlist Has Over 40 Songs — Does She Ever Lip-Synch?
Does Taylor Swift actually sing live at her shows? Does she ever lip-synch? Here's what we know about the situation.
A Complete Breakdown of Taylor Swift's Eras Tour Setlist
What is Taylor Swift's setlist for The Eras Tour? Let's break down the songs that she performs at her live shows so fans know what to expect.
Def Leppard's Drummer, Rick Allen, Was Assaulted in Florida
What happened to Rick Allen, the drummer from Def Leppard? He was recently involved in a pretty harrowing situation.
Elon Musk Shared a Cryptic Compliment for Taylor Swift
What did Elon Musk say about Taylor Swift? Unpacking the billionaire's comment on Twitter about the award-winning singer.
The Real Reason Bono Can Always Be Seen Wearing Sunglasses
Why does Bono seem to always be wearing sunglasses in public? Here's what we know about what seems at first to be a fashion choice.
Comparing the Total Record Sales of R&B Supergroups SWV and Xscape
Did SWV or Xscape sell more records during their careers? Breaking down the achievements of the two groups.
Who Bit Beyoncé? The Years-Old Question Has Fans Buzzing Again Thanks to Prime Video's 'Swarm'
Who bit Beyoncé? Donald Glover's 'Swarm' has fans asking again. Let's unpack the years-old story, which includes tea from Tiffany Haddish.
Why Did the Civil Wars Break Up? Taylor Swift Credited Them Separately on the "Safe & Sound" Rerelease
Why did the Civil Wars break up? The Americana duo ultimately came to an end, but what happened to them? Learn more about their split here.
The Religious Reason Why Clovers Are a Part of St. Patrick's Day
Why are clovers a symbol for St. Patrick's Day? The plant has long been associated with the Irish holiday, but what brought them together?
100 Gecs Has Played Around With the Meaning of Their Name for Years
100 Gecs' unique brand of music is world-renowned, but what does their name mean? Let's unpack what we know.
If You're Caught Not Wearing Green on St. Patrick's Day, You Might Get Pinched — Here's Why
Why do you get pinched for not wearing green on St. Patrick's Day? A look at the tradition's origins and how it carries on to this day.
'School Spirits' Is Already a Fan Favorite — When Do New Episodes Air?
What is the release schedule for episodes of 'School Spirits' on Paramount Plus? Here's what we know about when new eps will drop.
Natalia Damini and Tito Jackson "Tried to Capture That Early Jacksons Feel" on "Attitude" (EXCLUSIVE)
Natalia Damini has tapped the Jackson 5 member Tito Jackson for her new song "Attitude," and 'Distractify' has exclusive details.
Jennie Kim Has Been Romantically Linked to Other Korean Music Icons
Who is Jennie Kim dating? The singer is famous for her work with BLACKPINK, but what about her personal life? Here's what we know.
David Blaine Injured Himself While Performing in Las Vegas, but What Happened?
David Blaine's injuries: What do we know about how the illusionist hurt himself while performing in Las Vegas? Here's a breakdown of the situation.
