'Like a messy divorce': The Silverchair break-up: Chris Joannou and Ben Gillies | Australian Story

When three Newcastle schoolboys became overnight rockstars in 1994, their world exploded. And Silverchair, one of Australia's most successful bands, was born.

At the age of 15, best mates Daniel Johns, Ben Gillies and Chris Joannou were living the dream — touring the world, topping the charts, winning awards.

But their fame and success came with intense pressure and scrutiny. Old friendships became strained.

Until now, much of the spotlight has been on former frontman Daniel Johns. Now Ben and Chris tell the Silverchair story as they see it.

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