Spanish singer-songwriter Leiva performed a tribute to the late Robe Iniesta during the Sonorama Ribera festival in Aranda de Duero, Burgos [1].
The performance serves as a public mourning for one of Spain's most influential rock figures. Robe Iniesta, the former lead singer of Extremoduro, died on Dec. 10, 2025 [1, 2].
During the set, Leiva sang "El hombre pájaro," a solo track released by Iniesta in 2023 [1]. The tribute took place before a crowd of 50,000 people [1]. Leiva said the moment was delivered "con todo el respeto y el amor," or with all respect and love [3].
While the performance occurred live at the Sonorama Ribera festival, the tribute also gained wider visibility through a broadcast summary by TVE [2]. The event highlighted the enduring legacy of Iniesta's songwriting within the Spanish music community.
Iniesta's death in late 2025 left a significant void in the Spanish rock scene. By selecting a song from Iniesta's final years, Leiva connected the late artist's recent creative output with a large festival audience [1].
“"Con todo el respeto y el amor"”
The tribute reflects the deep cultural impact of Robe Iniesta and Extremoduro on Spanish rock. By performing a solo work from 2023 rather than a legacy hit from the band's peak, Leiva emphasizes the continued evolution of Iniesta's artistry up until his death in 2025.
