Ayres Sasaki, 35, died almost instantly after making contact with a cable during a performance at the Solar Hotel in Salinopolis, Brazil, local media reported.
While some reports suggest Mr Sasaki died as a result of hugging a wet fan in the crowd, others - including news outlet Diario do Para - said the musician was playing his guitar when he was electrocuted.
Police in Salinopolis are investigating the death and experts have been requested to look into the incident, Brazilian news website Istoe Gente said.
In a statement posted to Instagram, the Solar Hotel said it “deeply regrets the loss of dear Ayres Sasaki” on 13 July.
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Tributes flooded Mr Sasaki’s Instagram page, with one person writing: "May you rest in peace.
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Ayres Sasaki, 35, died almost instantly after making contact with a cable during a performance at the Solar Hotel in Salinopolis, Brazil, local media reported.
While some reports suggest Mr Sasaki died as a result of hugging a wet fan in the crowd, others - including news outlet Diario do Para - said the musician was playing his guitar when he was electrocuted.
Police in Salinopolis are investigating the death and experts have been requested to look into the incident, Brazilian news website Istoe Gente said.
In a statement posted to Instagram, the Solar Hotel said it “deeply regrets the loss of dear Ayres Sasaki” on 13 July.
Read more from Sky News:Couple found dead after trying to cross AtlanticTrump removes bandage for rally speechStrictly star thought ‘long and hard’ before making complaint
Tributes flooded Mr Sasaki’s Instagram page, with one person writing: "May you rest in peace.
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