Rick Froberg

Rick Froberg
Froberg performing with the Hot Snakes on October 7, 2005, in Philadelphia.
Froberg performing with the Hot Snakes on October 7, 2005, in Philadelphia.
Background information
Also known asRick Farr, Rick Fork
Born(1968-01-19)January 19, 1968
Santa Monica, California, U.S.
DiedJune 30, 2023(2023-06-30) (aged 55)
San Diego, California, U.S.
GenresPunk rock, post-punk, post-hardcore, indie rock, garage rock, garage punk
Instrument(s)Guitar, vocals
Years active1986–2023
Formerly of

Eric Gerald Farr (né Froberg; January 19, 1968 – June 30, 2023) was an American musician and visual artist. In his musical career he was the singer and guitarist for the San Diego-area bands Pitchfork, Drive Like Jehu, and Hot Snakes, performing alongside fellow San Diego musician John Reis. Froberg also played with the Last of the Juanitas, Thingy, Obits, and Crash Worship.