Gabriel Sater

Origin

São Paulo, SP

Years active

2000

Genres

música caipira, roots rock, instrumental music

Instruments

viola caipira, guitar, vocals

Biography

Gabriel Sater is a celebrated Brazilian singer, songwriter, instrumentalist, music producer, and actor. Born in São Paulo and raised in Campo Grande, Mato Grosso do Sul, he is the eldest son of the renowned violeiro Almir Sater. Immersed in a rich musical heritage, Gabriel has established a solid artistic career rooted in traditional Brazilian country music, known as música de raiz, while incorporating contemporary influences. His dedication to his craft earned him a Latin Grammy nomination for Best Portuguese Language Roots Album with his record Faróis do Sertão.

Throughout his career, Gabriel has released six studio albums, starting with his instrumental debut in 2006, followed by works like Indomável and Erva Doce. His musical journey has seen him collaborate with numerous esteemed Brazilian artists, including Sérgio Reis, Renato Teixeira, and Zeca Baleiro. In addition to his musical endeavors, he has built a successful acting career on television, film, and stage, notably starring as the gypsy violeiro Viramundo in the Rede Globo telenovela Meu Pedacinho de Chão and playing Xeréu Trindade in the acclaimed remake of Pantanal, a role famously played by his father in the original 1990 version.

His artistic versatility extends across different mediums, earning him recognition both in Brazil and internationally. He starred in the musical Nuvem de Lágrimas alongside Lucy Alves and won the Best Actor award at the Scruffy City Film & Music Festival in the United States for his performance in the film Coração de Cowboy. By blending traditional viola caipira sounds with modern sensibilities, Gabriel Sater continues to honor his family legacy while carving out a distinct and respected place in Brazilian culture.