The Donkey Riders

The Donkey Riders feature three of the most renowned musicians in the local African American music scene. On the one hand, guitarist, singer, and composer Iker Piris has a career backed by prolific activity both as a solo artist and in projects such as The Románticos, Iker Piris and his Dual Electras, and The Wilsons Organ Trio. He maintains an intense live performance schedule, which has led him to collaborate with numerous international artists and established him as a prominent figure in the music scene. Guitarist Jon Aira has evolved from a promising young talent into one of Spain’s most notable guitarists, thanks to his work with the beloved Mojo Hand, his project The Fake Cousins with pianist Paul San Martin, and his numerous collaborations with bands like Noa & the Hell Drinkers. The band is rounded out by French drummer Andy Martin. He has spent the last 25 years developing his career on the Texas blues scene and has collaborated with artists such as Buddy Miles, Shawn Pittman, Lazy Lester, Johnny Sansone, and Preston Hubbard. He has also shared projects with Iker Piris in Iker Piris and His Dual Electras and The Wilsons Organ Trio.