The Don Airey Band

British Rock Keyboardists Ensemble

Don Airey is a renowned English keyboardist who has had a prolific career in rock and heavy metal music. He is best known for his work with Deep Purple, having joined the band in 2002 after the retirement of founding member Jon Lord. Airey's career spans over four decades, and he has been a highly sought-after session musician, contributing to a wide array of albums by numerous artists. Before his tenure with Deep Purple, Airey played with a variety of bands including Rainbow, Ozzy Osbourne, Whitesnake, Jethro Tull, and Black Sabbath. His virtuosity on the keyboards is well-regarded, and he has been recognized for his ability to seamlessly blend classical influences with hard rock and metal.