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"Sell out warning! Brazil-born, LA-based guitar master Fabiano do Nascimento builds whole worlds armed with just a 7-string and a loop pedal. His unique Rio groove is alive with the spirit of traditional Afro-samba, choro and folk – one of the most transportive live jazz experiences you’ll find this side of the Atlantic."
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A gig held at The Jam Jar on Wednesday 25th February. The event starts at 19:00.
Erratic Batting Presents...
Fabiano Do Nascimento (Brazil)
(spellbinding acoustic guitar virtuoso)
25th Feb 2026
The Jam Jar
www.fabianomusic.com
If you are artist or DJ wanting to support the show please get in touch! @erraticbatting
Nick from Erratic Batting says:
"Being a (bad) drummer myself, I’m usually drawn to music with great rhythm - so when we book a solo acoustic guitarist, you know it’s something truly special. With just a 7 string guitar and loop pedal, Fabiano conjures an orchestra of ethereal sound that feels almost transcendental - transporting you to a sun-kissed, otherworldly place."
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- Fabiano Do Nascimento -
This Rio de Janeiro-born, Los Angeles and Tokyo-based guitarist, composer, arranger, and producer, is known for his stunning tapestry of intricately woven, multi-string performances.
Fabiano is a singular voice in contemporary music, blending the deep traditions of Brazilian jazz with an adventurous, genre-fluid approach. His music effortlessly moves between hypnotic ambient soundscapes, intricate acoustic-electronic textures, and the infectious rhythms of bossa nova.
Rooted in the rhythms of Afro-samba and choro, his compositions fuse elements of American jazz, experimental electronica, and orchestral arrangements, creating a sound that is expansive by nature. His unique voice in contemporary music has led to collaborations with world-class artists such as Airto Moreira, Arthur Verocai, Sam Gendel, Carioca Freitas, Beirut, Aloe Blacc, Daniel Santiago, Itiberê Zwarg, and Vittor Santos, among many others.
A seasoned live performer, Fabiano has toured extensively across North America and Asia, and his debut European tour in 2024 saw multiple sold-out shows, including a standout performance at London’s ICA.
With a sound that is both timeless and forward-thinking, Fabiano do Nascimento continues to carve out a unique space in global music, seamlessly bridging past and present while captivating audiences
worldwide.
“A spellbinding display of musical virtuosity and spiritual connection.” Clash Magazine
“Charming and intimate” Pitchfork
“A celebration of acoustics” The Guardian
“The Rio-born guitarist whisks you away from any woes and plonk you down on a sidestreet in Lisbon on a dusky evening where the beer flows smoothly, and a frisson of passion is afoot.” Far Out Magazine
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Erratic Batting: adventurous sounds from the underground.
- Other Oddball Gigs -
25.10.25. Painting @ The Red Lion, BS5
21.11.25. Avalanche Kaito @ The Full Moon & Attic Bar
24.01.26. 9th Birthday @ The Jam Jar
25.02.26. Fabiano Do Nascimento @ The Jam Jar
16.4.25. Yin Yin @ Bristol Beacon
Sign up for more sonic surprises: https://linktr.ee/ErraticBatting
Entry requirements: 14+, any under 18s accompanied by 21+ adult 1:1 ratio
Fabiano Do Nascimento (Brazil)
(spellbinding acoustic guitar virtuoso)
25th Feb 2026
The Jam Jar
www.fabianomusic.com
If you are artist or DJ wanting to support the show please get in touch! @erraticbatting
Nick from Erratic Batting says:
"Being a (bad) drummer myself, I’m usually drawn to music with great rhythm - so when we book a solo acoustic guitarist, you know it’s something truly special. With just a 7 string guitar and loop pedal, Fabiano conjures an orchestra of ethereal sound that feels almost transcendental - transporting you to a sun-kissed, otherworldly place."
--
- Fabiano Do Nascimento -
This Rio de Janeiro-born, Los Angeles and Tokyo-based guitarist, composer, arranger, and producer, is known for his stunning tapestry of intricately woven, multi-string performances.
Fabiano is a singular voice in contemporary music, blending the deep traditions of Brazilian jazz with an adventurous, genre-fluid approach. His music effortlessly moves between hypnotic ambient soundscapes, intricate acoustic-electronic textures, and the infectious rhythms of bossa nova.
Rooted in the rhythms of Afro-samba and choro, his compositions fuse elements of American jazz, experimental electronica, and orchestral arrangements, creating a sound that is expansive by nature. His unique voice in contemporary music has led to collaborations with world-class artists such as Airto Moreira, Arthur Verocai, Sam Gendel, Carioca Freitas, Beirut, Aloe Blacc, Daniel Santiago, Itiberê Zwarg, and Vittor Santos, among many others.
A seasoned live performer, Fabiano has toured extensively across North America and Asia, and his debut European tour in 2024 saw multiple sold-out shows, including a standout performance at London’s ICA.
With a sound that is both timeless and forward-thinking, Fabiano do Nascimento continues to carve out a unique space in global music, seamlessly bridging past and present while captivating audiences
worldwide.
“A spellbinding display of musical virtuosity and spiritual connection.” Clash Magazine
“Charming and intimate” Pitchfork
“A celebration of acoustics” The Guardian
“The Rio-born guitarist whisks you away from any woes and plonk you down on a sidestreet in Lisbon on a dusky evening where the beer flows smoothly, and a frisson of passion is afoot.” Far Out Magazine
--
Erratic Batting: adventurous sounds from the underground.
- Other Oddball Gigs -
25.10.25. Painting @ The Red Lion, BS5
21.11.25. Avalanche Kaito @ The Full Moon & Attic Bar
24.01.26. 9th Birthday @ The Jam Jar
25.02.26. Fabiano Do Nascimento @ The Jam Jar
16.4.25. Yin Yin @ Bristol Beacon
Sign up for more sonic surprises: https://linktr.ee/ErraticBatting
Entry requirements: 14+, any under 18s accompanied by 21+ adult 1:1 ratio
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