Obits are an American rock band formed in 2006 in Brooklyn, New York. They are led by Rick Froberg, guitarist and vocalist for influential American post-hardcore groups Pitchfork, Drive Like Jehu and Hot Snakes.Obits made their live debut January 12, 2008 at Cake Shop in New York City. Their first album, I Blame You, was released by Sub Pop on March 24, 2009.