Multi-platinum US country star Sam Barber is heading to Newcastle, with the rising country music sensation set to perform a special all-ages show on the Newcastle Foreshore in April 2027 alongside Josiah and the Bonnevilles.
Presented by Howlin’, the show marks another major international booking for the local live music brand, which is expanding beyond its annual Howlin’ Country festival to deliver more headline concerts throughout the year.
The move aims to bring some of the world’s biggest musical acts to Newcastle and the Hunter while creating opportunities for local artists, suppliers and live music workers.
Barber will make his fourth trip to Australia as part of an extensive 2027 tour, following a previous headline run in 2025 that saw extra shows added and venues upgraded to meet demand.
With more than 3.4 billion global streams and sold-out shows around the world, the American singer-songwriter has quickly become one of the most exciting names in contemporary country music.
His deeply personal songwriting has helped build a devoted international following, with his sophomore album Broken View exploring love, loss and self-discovery.
It follows his acclaimed 2024 debut Restless Mind, which features the two-times Platinum single Straight and Narrow and Platinum-certified Indigo, featuring Avery Anna.
The latter has amassed more than 728 million global streams, while Barber has also shared stages with Bruce Springsteen and Ed Sheeran.
Joining Barber on the Newcastle Foreshore will be Josiah and the Bonnevilles, the musical project of American singer-songwriter Josiah Leming.
The artist will bring songs from As Is, his latest album, which showcases both his intimate, vulnerable songwriting and his ability to turn a live performance into a crowd-wide singalong.
Together, the artists promise an afternoon of country storytelling and big live moments by the water.
Howlin’ Presents: Sam Barber with Josiah and the Bonnevilles will take place at Newcastle Foreshore on Sunday, 11 April 2027. The event is family-friendly and all ages, with tickets available through Howlin’.
