Fruit Bats

Fruit Bats, the long-running project of songwriter Eric D. Johnson, returns to the 9:30 Club for a late show on Saturday, November 14, 2026. Johnson has been touring behind *Baby Man*, a deeply intimate and stripped-down album that marks a stark departure from his earlier, more elaborately produced work. On this record, Johnson pairs his voice with little more than guitar or piano and occasional synth textures, creating a raw, emotionally direct sound he calls “minimalist-maximalism.” The album was produced by Thom Monahan, who also worked on the 2019 breakthrough *Gold Past Life*. Opening the night is Swedish singer-songwriter Sarah Klang, whose own work blends indie folk and pop. This 10 PM late show offers an opportunity to hear Johnson’s confessional songwriting in an intimate venue setting.

When: Saturday, November 14, 2026.

Showtime: Doors open at 10 PM. The show is a late show, so the performance likely starts after door time.

Lineup: Fruit Bats (headliner) with special guest Sarah Klang. Opening acts and set times are subject to change.

Tickets: General admission tickets are available. All tickets are non-transferable until 72 hours before the show. Any tickets suspected of being purchased for resale can be canceled at the discretion of the venue and Ticketmaster, and buyers may be denied future ticket purchases for I.M.P. shows.

Run time: Not specified; typical late shows at the 9:30 Club run about 90 minutes to two hours including the opener.

Ages: All ages (general admission, typically standing room only; age policy not explicitly stated, but the 9:30 Club generally allows all ages unless noted).

Venue: 9:30 Club, 815 V St. NW, Washington, DC 20001.

Note: The event is the late show, so doors open at 10 PM rather than the earlier typical time. Parking, food, and other venue information is available on the 9:30 Club website. Be aware that door times and set times are always subject to change.