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Love & Pain

The epic times and crooked lines of life inside and outside Silverchair

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Love & Pain

By: Ben Gillies, Chris Joannou
Narrated by: Ben Gillies, Chris Joannou
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 SHORTLISTED FOR THE ABIA BIOGRAPHY BOOK OF THE YEAR AWARD 2024

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.©2023 Ben Gillies and Chris Joannou (P)2023 Hachette Australia Audio Entertainment & Celebrities Celebrity Funny Heartfelt
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cool stories, but if I'm nitpicking, I wish they were told in chronological order, instead of the stories jumping all over the place. I wish Dan would have a chill sesh with the boys and maybe they'd jam naturally and realise the alchemy is still fresh af. A must for any chair fans though. get amongst it, and I hope Chris stays safe, he's been through enough, bless his sweet heart.

I wish the boys would make up!!

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A great trip down memory lane that told a story without telling too much. Consumed in under 24 hours, a highly recommend to all fans ❤️

An interesting and respectful recount

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Great easy read and listen! Full of memories, laughter and tears. It was amazing reading there point of view of silverchair and what has become.
I hope my dreams come true like they did for Ben but ‘wait ‘til tomorrow’.

Memories, Laughter & Tears

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So good to finally hear Ben and Chris’s story. It’s important to remember Silverchair is about three dudes, and I still respect all three. Frogstomp was a revelation for a 15 year old me getting into music. After 30 years, I now realise their journey is part of my own journey. Part of my own soundtrack. Now as a musician, listening to and playing their songs, they fill in little emotional holes like warm gravy. That reunion/redemption/farewell tour, however unlikely, would be one of the most epic moments in Australian music.

Loved it.

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Enjoyed the respectful, insightful and funny recount of Ben and Chris' experiences inside and outside of Silverchair. Thanks for sharing your stories.

Great listen couldn't put it down

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Loved this! These guys are so talented and at a young age it was more than obvious. Like the music, this book talks about the hi jinx of teens thrown into an adult industry but were guided and supported (sometimes too much) by family and management to give them the longevity their sound deserved. But like us all they aren’t infallible and the pitfalls of money, alcohol, drugs and mental and physical health bring about its own problems. A great story of victory, loss, love, never ending friendship and connections, told from youth to adulthood.

An recounting of youth thrown into an industry that would normally chew up and spit out someone so young

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Well Done Boys!

As a long time fan… I’d been waiting to hear their story… it was heart breaking to hear about Chris’ challenges… as the most private member I’ve often wondered what he was doing… sending love and healing vibes… it was also beautiful to hear you both speak of the love for your families… really special… well done gents… I suspect this story still has some chapters yet to come… Thank You and much gratitude… JT 🙏🏻❤️🤘🏻

The story we’ve been waiting for!

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Thank you Chris and Ben for sharing your story. There were a lot of moments where I had tears, particularly when you spoke of Daniel and the close bond you shared. I’m sure we can all relate to sometime in our lives where we have lost a great friendship and yours with Dan truly was special.

Great Silverchair stories!

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Growing up in hunter at the same time as these boys, this story took me back to times I had forgotten. Thank you Chris and Ben for the memories and thank you for the music 🎶

didn't want it to end

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It was wonderful to hear perspectives of Ben and Chris. The band is iconic and fans will adore this story for its highs and lows of life in a band.

Great story

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