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Chris Barilla

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  • Staff Editor, People
  • None, People Magazine
  • None, PEOPLE Online
Nashville
As seen in: People, MSN, MSN Canada, MSN Singapore, Yahoo Entertainment, Yahoo Life, MSN Malaysia, MSN Philippines, Yahoo Canada, Yahoo News Malaysia, Yahoo News New Zealand and
Covers:  Music, Country Music, Trending Entertainment News, Fashion
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A graduate of Ramapo College of New Jersey, Chris Barilla has worked as a journalist for over 10 years covering a variety of topics including trending entertainment, political news, fashion, and automotive engineering.

Chris Barilla’s Journalist Portfolio

Toby Keith Accepts 2023 PCCA Country Music Icon Award (Exclusive)

Toby Keith Accepts 2023 PCCA Country Music Icon Award (Exclusive)

Blake Shelton presented Toby Keith, who is fighting stomach cancer, with the inaugural award at the 2023 Peop…

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Wynonna Talks Lessons Late Mom Naomi Judd Taught Her (Exclusive)

Wynonna Talks Lessons Late Mom Naomi Judd Taught Her (Exclusive)

Wynonna Judd spoke with PEOPLE at the People's Choice Country Awards about her late mother, Naomi Judd, and h…

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From Nashville to Cape Town, Diplo Is "Taking a Chance" Exploring Different Genres (EXCLUSIVE)

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 w…

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Questlove Gets Candid About the Best (and Worst) Moments of His DJ Career (EXCLUSIVE)

Questlove Gets Candid About the Best (and Worst) Moments of His DJ Career (EXCLUSIVE)

Ahmir "Questlove" Thompson sat down with 'Distractify' to talk about his TIME100 achievement, most memorable …

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For RZA, the Wu-Tang Clan Was a Way to Deliver What "Was Missing in Culture" (EXCLUSIVE)

For RZA, the Wu-Tang Clan Was a Way to Deliver What "Was Missing in Culture" (EXCLUSIVE)

The tale of the Wu-Tang Clan has been depicted over the years by 'An American Saga' and many other shows, but…

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Gene Simmons Is Making KISStory Yet Again, This Time as a Painter: "I'm Untrained - I Just Doodle...

Gene Simmons Is Making KISStory Yet Again, This Time as a Painter: "I'm Untrained - I Just Doodle...

Fans worldwide know Gene Simmons thanks to his role as a frontman of the band KISS, but few are aware of the …

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The Red Clay Strays Reflect on Hard Times and Success on New Album Grateful : 'We Wouldn't Be the Same Without It' (Exclusive) Original

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By Chris Barilla 
| People
The Red Clay Strays' new album, Grateful, reflects on their journey from small barrooms to major music stages The band credits perseverance and faith during tough times as key to their success and personal growth Members say their close bond and shared experiences have been essential to navigating challenges and fame The Red Clay Strays have spent the better part of the last decade working tirelessly toward the moment they're living now.
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The Red Clay Strays Reflect on Hard Times and Success on New Album “Grateful”: 'We Wouldn't Be the Same Without It' (Exclusive)

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By Chris Barilla 
| Yahoo News Malaysia
NEED TO KNOW The Red Clay Strays' new album, Grateful, reflects on their journey from small barrooms to major music stages The band credits perseverance and faith during tough times as key to their success and personal growth Members say their close bond and shared experiences have been essential to navigating challenges and fame The Red Clay Strays have spent the better part of the last decade working tirelessly toward the moment they're living now.
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The Red Clay Strays Reflect on Hard Times and Success on New Album “Grateful”: 'We Wouldn't Be the Same Without It' (Exclusive)

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By Chris Barilla 
| Aol
The Red Clay Strays Credit: Robby Klein NEED TO KNOW The Red Clay Strays' new album, Grateful, reflects on their journey from small barrooms to major music stages The band credits perseverance and faith during tough times as key to their success and personal growth Members say their close bond and shared experiences have been essential to navigating challenges and fame The Red Clay Strays have spent the better part of the last decade working tirelessly toward the moment they're living now.
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What does it mean to be a journalist?

To provide clear, concise, and truthful information to readers packaged in an easily digestible manner.

What tools and software do you use to do your job?

SemRush, Google Trends, Google Analytics, WordPress, Microsoft Office

What story are you most proud of writing or working on?

A two-part exclusive interview with Gene Simmons of KISS fame.

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