Uchpa rock band.

Uchpa – meaning ashes in Quechua – is one of my favorite rock bands from Peru. They might even be the only band in the world blending rock with Quechua. 🎶 These photos were taken during the band’s travels and concerts while we were filming footage for a documentary. 🎥

The band's frontman, Fredy Ortiz, spent 24 years in the police force before retiring to fully embrace the rock scene. His journey, much like Uchpa's music, is a powerful blend of passion, resilience, and cultural pride.