Ian Moss and Mark Seymour are two undisputed superstars of Aussie rock who have earned icon status for both their esteemed solo careers as well as their work with legendary bands Cold Chisel and Hunters & Collectors respectively. Both will feature in a very special lineup on Friday September 26 as part of the Night At The Barracks series at North Head in Manly, Sydney.
Respected as one of Australia’s iconic musicians, Ian Moss delivers an unforgettable sound – not only as a telling soloist on guitar but especially with his silken voice, ringing with clarity and resonating with pure soul. While primarily recognised as an axeman of unusual tenacity and sweet melodic sensibility, Ian’s distinctive vocal is the essential signature of his soulful, bluesy muse – as it has been since his first tentative foray into music during the early 1970s.
Ian and his band will be performing a selection of his most loved solo songs as well as some classics from the Chisel catalogue.
Ahead of Ian Moss’s gig with Mark Seymour at Night At The Barracks, Manly on September 26, the Australian guitar legend spoke with Australian Musician editor Greg Phillips about the upcoming North Head gig, his stage preparation, gear, Cold Chisel and much more.
MORE ABOUT NIGHT AT THE BARRACKS, SYDNEY & NIGHT AT THE PARKLAND, BRISBANE
Following three successful years entertaining Sydney audiences, much-loved concert series Night at The Barracks returns to Manly’s beautiful North Head Sanctuary in September with the award-winning organisers excited to announce an expansion into Brisbane.
The inaugural Night at The Parkland series of concerts at the spectacular Amphitheatre, Roma Street Parkland is scheduled for September. Second Sunday are thrilled to be working in association with Brisbane Festival to launch this series in Queensland.
The finest live music talent in Australia is set to thrill music lovers across 4 weekends in Manly from 12th September to 5th October, with the inaugural Brisbane series commencing on 5th September and running across 2 weekends, concluding on 14th September.
Discussing the new Night at The Parkland, Brisbane series, Event Promoter Second Sunday Co-founder Cameron Coghlan said today, “We’re absolutely thrilled to build on the incredible success in Manly and bring the magic to Brisbane! Pairing a stunning, iconic venue with world-class artists and a premium experience – we can’t wait”
Brendan Maher, Second Sunday Co-founder echoed the sentiment, saying, “We are proud to be able to showcase to audiences in Sydney and Brisbane a quality all-Australian artist line-up that showcases the true depth of musical talent in this country. This not only includes our brilliant headliners but also a great roster of support artists that will grace our stages across the series.”
Sydney’s Night at The Barracks general public tickets are on sale from 9am AEST on 21st May. All tickets at nightatthebarracks.com.au
Brisbane’s Night at The Parkland general public tickets are on sale from 9am AEST on 27th May. All tickets at nightattheparkland.com.au
The breathtaking concert series under the stars will feature performances from some of the country’s finest! ICEHOUSE, Amy Shark, James Johnston, Grinspoon’s 30th Birthday Bonanza, Cut Copy with guest KLP and Lime Cordiale are confirmed for both Sydney and Brisbane events.
Missy Higgins, Kate Ceberano: Australian Made, Hoodoo Gurus: 40th anniversary of Mars Needs Guitars, Ian Moss and Mark Seymour, Furnace and The Fundamentals 15th Anniversary Celebration and Yesterday’s Gone: The Fleetwood Mac Legacy are scheduled for Sydney, whilst Xavier Rudd will round out the programme for Brisbane.
For further artist line-up and performance information, refer here
On Night at The Barracks, Janet Carding, Executive Director of the Harbour Trust said, “We are excited to welcome visitors to experience the historic Barracks Precinct transformed into an open-air concert hall. The Harbour Trust are proud to once again be a venue partner with Night at The Barracks to make this a successful series a must-do for music fans across Sydney and beyond.”
Northern Beaches Mayor Sue Heins added, “It is great to see Night at the Barracks back again at such an iconic location on the Northern Beaches. Council is proud to continue its support of this popular event which brings so many people to the area, introducing them to our stunning area while boosting the local economy and supporting local businesses. This year’s line-up is looking amazing. What an incredible opportunity for our community, family, friends and visitors to experience world-class music under the stars this September and October.”
Regarding Night at The Parkland, Brisbane Festival’s Artistic Director, Louise Bezzina said today, “Brisbane deserves world-class music experiences in extraordinary settings, and Night at the Parkland delivers just that. We’re thrilled to welcome this epic outdoor concert series to Roma Street Parkland as part of Brisbane Festival. It’s going to be seven unforgettable nights under the stars.”
Brisbane Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner said: “We’re thrilled for the iconic Roma Street Parkland Amphitheatre to open up its stage to a new era of music under the stars this September, as part of Brisbane Festival, bringing more to see and do across Brisbane.
Brisbane is Australia’s lifestyle capital and events like this mean more people visiting our city, boosting our economy, and supporting our thriving arts scene.”
Together with the event’s major partners both Night at The Barracks and Night at The Parkland are deeply committed to pursuing environmental sustainability, actively seeking and integrating progressive green initiatives, working towards redefining eco-consciousness within Australian events. From reusable aluminium cups and merchandise made from 100% recycled materials to waste management and powering the site from 100% renewable energy, minimising our carbon footprint is at the core of all of our planning and execution. Once again we will be encouraging ticket holders to use public transport and there will also be bike racks on site to encourage visitors to cycle to the event.
Manly’s North Head Sanctuary is a hidden wonderland, and ticket holders can journey into this enchanting location steeped in historical significance and natural beauty, gazing up into the night sky whilst experiencing some of Australia’s most extraordinary talent.
With the historic Barracks Precinct at North Head Sanctuary forming an integral part of Australian history, event organisers feel extremely privileged to again be able to share this event series at this iconic location with the general public.
The stunning Roma Street Parkland nestled within Brisbane City is the world’s largest subtropical garden in an urban centre. Popular for its beautiful green spaces and known for its horticultural splendour, the two weekends of scheduled performances in September will be a magical experience for all.
What: NIGHT AT THE BARRACKS
When: September 12 – October 5, 2025
Where: NORTH HEAD, MANLY NSW
Tickets and info: www.nightatthebarracks.com.au
SEPTEMBER
FRIDAY 12 CUT COPY with special guest KLP (classics set)
SATURDAY 13 ICEHOUSE with special guests Rolling Holy
SUNDAY 14 KATE CEBERANO: AUSTRALIAN MADE with special guests Mahalia Barnes and Gypsy Lee
FRIDAY 19 HOODOO GURUS Exclusive 40th Anniversary of Mars Needs Guitars with special guests Dallas Crane
SATURDAY 20 LIME CORDIALE with guest Lola Scott
SUNDAY 21 AMY SHARK: Songs & Stories with guest Chloe Parché
FRIDAY 26 IAN MOSS & MARK SEYMOUR with guest Sam Buckingham
SATURDAY 27 FURNACE AND THE FUNDAMENTALS with guest Nicole Tania
SUNDAY 28 YESTERDAY’S GONE: The Fleetwood Mac Legacy Featuring Kav Temperley (Eskimo Joe), Fanny Lumsden, Charlie Collins and Karen Lee Andrews with guest Phoebe Over
OCTOBER
FRIDAY 3 JAMES JOHNSTON with special guests Zac & George
SATURDAY 4 GRINSPOON: 30TH BIRTHDAY BONANZA! with guests Bad//Dreems and Purple Disturbance
SUNDAY 5 MISSY HIGGINS with guests Rachael Fahim and Tilli Kay
What: NIGHT AT THE PARKLAND in association with Brisbane Festival
When: September 5 – 14, 2025
Where: THE AMPHITHEATRE, ROMA STREET PARKLAND, BRISBANE QLD
Tickets and info: www.nightattheparkland.com.au
SEPTEMBER
FRIDAY 5 ICEHOUSE with guests Rolling Holy
SATURDAY 6 LIME CORDIALE with guest Jack River
SUNDAY 7 XAVIER RUDD with guest Birren
THURSDAY 11 AMY SHARK: Songs & Stories with guest Chloe Parché
FRIDAY 12 GRINSPOON: 30TH BIRTHDAY BONANZA! with guests Bad//Dreems and Loose Content
SATURDAY 13 CUT COPY with guest KLP (Classics set)
SUNDAY 14 JAMES JOHNSTON with special guests Zac & George