Complete List Of Silverchair Albums And Songs

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Silverchair was formed in Newcastle, New South Wales, in 1992. The band consisted of vocalist and guitarist Daniel Johns, bassist Chris Joannou, and drummer Ben Gillies. They gained international fame with their debut single “Tomorrow,” which was released in 1994 and became a huge hit in Australia and the United States. Silverchair released five studio albums throughout their career: Frogstomp (1995), Freak Show (1997), Neon Ballroom (1999), Diorama (2002), and Young Modern (2007). In addition to their studio albums, they released live and compilation titles including The Best Of: Volume 1 (2000), Rarities 1994–1999 (2002), and Live from Faraway Stables (2003).

Silverchair achieved significant commercial success, with each of their five studio albums reaching number one on the Australian Albums Chart. Frogstomp was certified double platinum in the United States, while Freak Show was certified Gold. Neon Ballroom and Diorama received critical acclaim for their increasingly ambitious and mature sound. The band won 21 ARIA Music Awards, a record for a group, with honors including Best Group, Album of the Year, and Single of the Year. They also received international recognition, with Frogstomp peaking at number 9 on the Billboard 200 and Freak Show reaching number 12.

Throughout their career, Silverchair was known for their ability to evolve and experiment with their sound. From their grunge beginnings on Frogstomp to the orchestral and art rock elements of Diorama, the band’s music consistently showcased their versatility and creativity. Silverchair entered what the members called an “indefinite hibernation” in 2011, with the members pursuing separate projects. The band remained inactive through 2026, and Daniel Johns did not participate in the 30th-anniversary Frogstomp celebrations held by Ben Gillies and Chris Joannou in 2025.

SILVERCHAIR STUDIO ALBUMS

Frogstomp (1995)

Released: March 27, 1995

Frogstomp is Silverchair’s debut studio album, recorded at Festival Studios in Sydney, Australia, in late 1994. The album was produced by Kevin Shirley. It features a raw grunge sound that catapulted the young Australian band to international fame. The album peaked at number 9 on the Billboard 200 chart and was certified double platinum by the RIAA.

CD Track Listings:

“Israel’s Son” – 5:18
“Tomorrow” – 4:26
“Faultline” – 4:19
“Pure Massacre” – 4:58
“Shade” – 4:02
“Leave Me Out” – 3:03
“Suicidal Dream” – 3:13
“Madman” – 2:43
“Undecided” – 4:36
“Cicada” – 5:10
“Findaway” – 2:56

Freak Show (1997)

Released: February 4, 1997

Freak Show is Silverchair’s second studio album, recorded at Festival Studios in Sydney, Australia, during 1996. The album was produced by Nick Launay. It showcases the band’s evolution and features more complex compositions. The album peaked at number 12 on the Billboard 200 chart and was certified Gold in the United States.

CD Track Listings:

“Slave” – 3:57
“Freak” – 3:49
“Abuse Me” – 4:03
“Lie to Me” – 1:23
“No Association” – 3:56
“Cemetery” – 4:05
“The Door” – 3:38
“Pop Song for Us Rejects” – 3:15
“Learn to Hate” – 4:19
“Petrol & Chlorine” – 4:00
“Roses” – 3:33
“Nobody Came” – 6:14
“The Closing” – 3:26

Neon Ballroom (1999)

Released: March 8, 1999

Neon Ballroom is Silverchair’s third studio album, recorded primarily at Festival Studios in Sydney and Mangrove Studios in Australia during 1998. The album was produced by Nick Launay. It marked a significant departure from their earlier grunge style, incorporating more orchestral arrangements and diverse musical influences. The album reached number 50 on the Billboard 200 chart.

CD Track Listings:

“Emotion Sickness” – 6:00
“Anthem for the Year 2000” – 4:22
“Ana’s Song (Open Fire)” – 3:42
“Spawn Again” – 3:31
“Miss You Love” – 4:01
“Dearest Helpless” – 3:35
“Do You Feel the Same” – 4:18
“Black Tangled Heart” – 4:34
“Point of View” – 3:35
“Satin Sheets” – 2:24
“Paint Pastel Princess” – 4:33
“Steam Will Rise” – 5:18

Diorama (2002)

Diorama - Limited 180-Gram Purple Colored Vinyl

Released: March 31, 2002

Diorama is Silverchair’s fourth studio album, recorded during 2001 and early 2002 at locations including Daniel Johns’ home, 301 Studios, and Mangrove Studios in Australia. The album was produced by David Bottrill and Daniel Johns. It features a more elaborate and polished sound, incorporating lush orchestral arrangements, including work with arranger Van Dyke Parks. The album peaked at number 91 on the Billboard 200 chart.

CD Track Listings:

“Across the Night” – 5:37
“The Greatest View” – 4:05
“Without You” – 5:17
“World Upon Your Shoulders” – 4:37
“One Way Mule” – 4:14
“Tuna in the Brine” – 5:40
“Too Much of Not Enough” – 4:42
“Luv Your Life” – 4:30
“The Lever” – 4:22
“My Favourite Thing” – 4:14
“After All These Years” – 5:25

Young Modern (2007)

Released: March 31, 2007

Young Modern is Silverchair’s fifth and final studio album, recorded during 2006 at locations including Seedy Underbelly Studios in Los Angeles. Nick Launay and Daniel Johns produced the album. It features a more pop-oriented, experimental sound than their earlier work, with orchestral arrangements by Van Dyke Parks on several tracks. The album peaked at number 70 on the Billboard 200 chart and became Silverchair’s fifth consecutive number-one studio album in Australia.

CD Track Listings:

“Young Modern Station” – 3:11
“Straight Lines” – 4:18
“If You Keep Losing Sleep” – 3:20
“Reflections of a Sound” – 4:09
“Those Thieving Birds (Part 1) / Strange Behaviour / Those Thieving Birds (Part 2)” – 7:26
“The Man That Knew Too Much” – 4:20
“Waiting All Day” – 4:29
“Mind Reader” – 3:07
“Low” – 3:48
“Insomnia” – 3:06
“All Across the World” – 4:01