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Ben Gillies Ben Gillies i(A83328 works by)
Born: Established: 1979 Newcastle, Newcastle - Hunter Valley area, New South Wales, ;
Gender: Male
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One of the founding members of the Australian rock band, Silverchair.


Australian Writing and Rock Music affiliation: songwriter, drums, vocals, guitar, miscellaneous instruments (percussion).

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y separately published work icon Love and Pain Sydney : Hachette Audio , 29073748 2023 single work autobiography

From a Newcastle garage to worldwide recognition, the remarkable story of two teenagers who grew up in Silverchair, one of Australia's greatest rock bands

'This is the powerful, untold story of two of the three members of Silverchair, Australia's most awarded musical act. From their beginnings in Ben Gillies' garage, this trio of high school kids from Newcastle, New South Wales, became famous with their smash-hit single 'Tomorrow', setting them on a path to domination of the Australian charts, worldwide touring and fame.

'So much has been written about Silverchair over the years but very little has been said by the band's members. In Love & Pain, childhood friends Ben Gillies (drummer) and Chris Joannou (bass player) tell us tales about growing up across the road from each other and starting in Silverchair, wild stories from the peak of their days in the spotlight, and the ups and downs of how their lives have panned out since.

'While there are some funny, unforgettable rock 'n' roll stories, there is also all the love and pain that came with being in the band: the cost of fame and intense pressure on two teenagers who had no way of preparing for it; the navigation of their friendships with each other and their relationships with friends and family members; the mistakes they made and the successes they cherished. Gillies and Joannou write with vulnerability and raw and blistering honesty, making for an extraordinary account of a band adored by so many.' (Publication summary)

2024 shortlisted Australian Book Industry Awards (ABIA) Australian Biography of the Year
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