Chris Barnes

Chris Barnes is an accomplished editor and project manager with extensive experience in the music journalism industry. Currently serving as the Editor of eCommerce (Music) at Future since June 2019, Chris oversees the eCommerce team for prominent music websites, managing nearly 600 buyer's guides and commissioning various content. In addition to this role, Chris operates Chris Barnes Creative, providing freelance editing, writing, and project management services to clients such as MusicRadar and Roland. Previously, Chris spent over a decade at Future plc, culminating in a seven-year tenure as Editor of Rhythm Magazine, where significant growth in both print and digital audiences was achieved. Chris holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Geography from the University of Portsmouth, complemented by foundational education at The Skinners Grammar School in Tunbridge Wells.