Ben Gillies
Drummer and founding member of the Australian rock band Silverchair, who rose to fame as a teenager and later wrote about his life and friendship in the book Love and Pain.
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Oct 13, 2023 • 52min
Silverchair's drummer grows up
Ben Gillies, former drummer of Silverchair, discusses his rise to success as a teenage rock star, the challenges he faced, and his journey towards creating a fulfilling life as an adult. He explores his energetic nature as a child, his early musical influences, the role of friendships and parental involvement, the impact of alcohol on relationships, and reflects on parental love and his experience in Silverchair.
Oct 3, 2023 • 18min
👀 Ben Gillies & Chris Joannou chat SILVERCHAIR fall out...
Ben Gillies and Chris Joannou, former members of Silverchair, chat about their new book, their friendship, and the challenges they faced. They discuss the band's rise to fame, fan obsession, and the end of the band. They also talk about the early years, drugs, and their experiences with sex and fans. The hosts explore their complex relationship with fans and the possibility of reconciling with Daniel Johns. They also share aircraft surprises, joys of parenting, and potential for a reconciliation with Daniel.
Nov 10, 2025 • 0sec
Silverchair’s Ben Gillies on his life as a teenage rock god, and what happened next
Ben Gillies, drummer and founding member of Silverchair, shares his wild journey from teenage rock star to navigating life post-band. He talks about his early days in Newcastle, the exhilarating highs of international touring, and the challenges of fame that led to anxiety and addiction. Gillies opens up about his path to sobriety and how it transformed his relationships and parenting. With candid stories about music, friendship, and recovery, he offers valuable insights into the price of success and the joys of making music.
