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.
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Famed Television Frontman and Guitarist Tom Verlaine Died at 73 Years Old
Tom Verlaine's cause of death: The singer and guitarist is best-known for his work with the band Television. What happened to him?
Kid Cudi's "Pursuit of Happiness" Navigates Emotional Highs and Lows
What is the meaning of Kid Cudi's song "Pursuit of Happiness"? The infectious track was featured in the trailer for 'Shrinking.'
Florida-Georgia Line's Tyler Hubbard Has Made His Political Beliefs Well-Known to Fans
What do we know about Tyler Hubbard's political views? Unpacking the former Florida-Georgia Line member's beliefs.
Rick Astley Has Decided to Take Legal Action Against Yung Gravy
Why is Rick Astley suing Yung Gravy? The two artists are headed into a legal battle, but what exactly is going on? Here's what we know.
Is Elle King Married? She and Fiancé Dan Tooker Seem Like a Match Made in Heaven
Is Elle King married? Does she have any children? Let's peel back the layers of the singer's life outside of the spotlight. Learn more here.
Taylor Swift Addresses Engagement Rumors Head-On Through "Lavender Haze"
What is the meaning of Taylor Swift's song "Lavender Haze"? She addressed some really important concepts on the "Midnights" release.
Steve Aoki Teases New Music Collaboration and Dishes on Upcoming U.S. Tour (EXCLUSIVE)
Steve Aoki spoke exclusively with 'Distractify' about his upcoming U.S. tour, new and upcoming music collaborations, and much more.
Esmé Bianco Has Settled With Marilyn Manson in Court
Where is Marilyn Manson now? The singer has been caught up in controversy in the past, but what's going on nowadays?
Luke Bryan Made Some Pretty Wild on-Stage Comments About Dustin Lynch
What did Luke Bryan say about Dustin Lynch? Fans were shocked by the way the country singer introduced his peer on stage. Learn more here.
There's Quite an Interesting History Behind Roberta Flack's "Killing Me Softly With His Song"
What is the meaning behind "Killing Me Softly With His Song?" Unpacking the origins of Roberta Flack's career-defining track.
Internet Goes Wild With Memes About Doja Cat's Schiaparelli Dress
The memes of Doja Cat wearing Schiaparelli have taken the internet by storm. Here are some of the best memes that we've found. Enjoy!
Brendon Urie Has Been Happily Married to His Wife, Sarah, Since 2013
Who is Brendon Urie's wife? The Panic! At The Disco star has been topping charts for years, but what do we know about his personal life?
Big Marc Is Going to Give the 405 a Run for Their Money on 'Street Outlaws' (EXCLUSIVE CLIP)
Who is Big Marc on 'Street Outlaws'? In an exclusive clip obtained by 'Distractify,' the Oklahoma City racer threatens the 405 crew.
A New Brett Kavanaugh Documentary, 'Justice,' Premiered at Sundance — Can You Stream It?
Where is the Brett Kavanaugh documentary 'Justice' streaming? Here's how you can watch the film about the Supreme Court justice.
You Might Recognize Lenny Kravitz's Mother From This Famous Television Show
Who are Lenny Kravitz's parents? The family has how established a lineage of fame across several generations. Learn about his mother and father.
Måneskin Musician Victoria De Angelis Is Quite Secretive About Her Romantic Life
Who is Victoria De Angelis dating? Here's what we know about the personal life of the Måneskin band member.
David Crosby’s Legendary Music Career Made Him a Millionaire
What was David Crosby's net worth? The famed musician accomplished quite a lot throughout his career, but what do we know about his finances?
David Crosby's Decision to Leave the Byrds Followed Feuding Among Bandmates
Why did David Crosby leave The Byrds? The famed rock group underwent many lineup changes over the years, but why did David walk away?
Måneskin Held a Surprise Wedding Ceremony to Coincide With Their Album Release
Did Måneskin get married? The Italian rock group just had a surprise ceremony to coincide with the release of their album "Rush!."
Michael Jackson and Lisa Marie Presley's Relationship Was a Marriage of Music Royalty
Breaking down the timeline of when Michael Jackson and Lisa Marie Presley were in a relationship with one another.
Måneskin Rocker Damiano David Has Been in a Committed Relationship for Years
Who is Damiano David dating? The Italian rocker and Måneskin frontman is a rising music star, but is he in a relationship?
J. Cole Talks Success, Promises a New Album On "Procrastination (Broke)"
What is the meaning of J. Cole's new song "procrastination (broke)"? Distractify unpacks the talented wordsmith's latest offering.
You'll Never Guess Where the Latest Season of 'Are You the One?' Was Filmed!
'Are You the One?' is one of MTV's biggest hits to date, but where exactly is it filmed? Here's a breakdown of all its exotic homes over the seasons.
Former 'American Idol' Contestant CJ Harris's Cause of Death Confirmed
What was CJ Harris's cause of death? Here's what we know about the passing of the former 'American Idol' contestant.
Fall Out Boy Guitarist Joe Trohman Is Stepping Away From the Group, but Why?
Why did Joe Trohman leave Fall Out Boy? The guitarist's decision shocked many longtime fans of the hit group. Learn more about his reasons.
Fleetwood Mac's Hatred for One Another Was Largely Attributed to Love and Drugs
Why did Fleetwood Mac hate each other during their most famous years? The band had its fair share of rough patches, but what exactly went down?
Dolly Parton's Duncan Hines Cake Mix Collaboration Is the Sweetest Thing
Dolly Parton is again proving just how marketable her name is with her latest collaboration: Duncan Hines cake mixes. Here's where you can buy them.
Kenny Loggins Is Embarking on a "This Is It" Farewell Tour in 2023
Is Kenny Loggins retiring? The famed musician has been recording songs for decades now, but is that coming to an end? Learn more here.
'Will Trent' Star Ramón Rodríguez and Author Karin Slaughter Open up About Will's Dyslexia (EXCLUSIVE)
In an exclusive chat with 'Distractify,' Ramón Rodríguez and 'Will Trent' author Karin Slaughter speak about Will's dyslexia.
Amber Hagerman's Family Is Still Fighting to Find Her Abductor
Who are Amber Hagerman's parents? Where is Amber now? Her story led to one of the biggest mass communication networks in the U.S.: the Amber Alert.
Rapper Lil Tjay Has Been Arrested, but Why?
Why did Lil Tjay get arrested? Details on the rapper's incarceration and what it means for his career.
There Are Rumors That Drew Taggart Is Dating Selena Gomez — But Is It True?
What do we know about Drew Taggart's dating history? As one-half of The Chainsmokers, Drew has made quite a name for himself in music.
Bob Tik Is Being Accused by Content Creators of Stealing and Copyrighting Various Audio Clips
Who is Bob Tik? He is creating copyrights for TikTok audio clips that aren't his. Details on what's going down on the platform.
A Candid Look at Lisa Marie Presley and Austin Butler's Friendship
Lisa Marie Presley and Austin Butler had a great relationship before the daughter of Elvis Presley unexpectedly passed away. Read on for details about their friendship.
Bachman–Turner Overdrive Drummer Robbie Bachman Died at 69 Years Old
What was Robbie Bachman's cause of death? The founding member of Brave Belt, which became Bachman–Turner Overdrive, died at 69 years old.
Iggy Azalea Is Taking Her Talents to OnlyFans With Her New 'Hotter Than Hell' Project
Iggy Azalea's new creative project is a venture with OnlyFans named 'Hotter Than Hell,' and its title is an accurate description of its offerings.
Shakira’s New Song Contains Some Direct Shots at Gerard Piqué
Shakira decided to take to a new "Bzrp Music Sessions" episode alongside Bizarrap to air out some grievances against her ex, Girard Piqué.
Johnny Depp Was Reportedly by Jeff Beck's Side up Until the Very End
Jeff Beck and Johnny Depp's friendship deeply impacted the actor. Here's what we know about the famous friends and their interactions.
50 Cent Apologized to Megan Thee Stallion for Posting Memes Siding With Tory Lanez
50 Cent issued an apology to Megan Thee Stallion, but why? The rapper was outspoken during Megan's beef with Tory Lanez. Learn more here.
Breaking Down Exactly What Coachella's VIP Package Gets You
Is Coachella VIP actually worth it? Details on this year's tickets and what they'll get you at the famous festival.
Vince McMahon's Father Made Him Into the Wrestling Icon That He Is Today
Who were Vince McMahon's parents? Taking a look at the people who helped make the former wrestling promoter who he was.
'New York Times' Journalist Blake Hounshell Has Tragically Died at Just 44 Years Old
What was Blake Hounshell's cause of death? Here's what we know about the American journalist and editor's passing.
Lady Gaga's 2011 Song "Bloody Mary" Is Captivating Millions of Listeners Once Again
What is the meaning of "Bloody Mary" by Lady Gaga? Unpacking the deep cut from the artist's discography.
Dr. Dre Is Making Sure That Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene Can No Longer Use His Music
Dr. Dre's apparent beef with Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene has now resulted in the rapper taking legal action against her. Learn all about it here.
"Me for Me" Sees Tyler Hubbard Explaining Just How Deeply His Wife Loves Him
What is the meaning of Tyler Hubbard's "Me For Me"? Unpacking the lyrics to the hit track.
'Street Outlaws OKC' Newcomer Damon Merchant Is Happily Married
Who is 'Street Outlaws' star Damon Merchant's wife? Here's what we know about his personal life.
Rapper NBA YoungBoy Reportedly Married His Longtime Girlfriend Jazlyn Mychelle
Is NBA YoungBoy married? There have been some big changes in the chart-topping rapper's personal life as of late. Learn more about them.
Joaquin Phoenix Keeps His Family Life as Private as He Can
Does Joaquin Phoenix have any kids? The award-winning actor has millions of fans worldwide, but what's his life like at home?
How Much Do Sewer Divers Make? A New Discovery Show Has Fans Wondering
Fans of Discovery Channel's 'Sewer Divers' are now wondering: How much do sewer divers actually make? Here's what we know.
Peter Gabriel Is Exploring a Futuristic Society in "Panopticom"
What is the meaning of Peter Gabriel's new song "Panopticom"? We have all the details on the hit artist's latest offering and more.