The story behind the name, the coin, the wings and the woman.

In 1964, the male powers that were decided it was time for a change—to the 25 cent coin, that is. Back then, Guatemala’s currency, the Quetzal (named after the stunning bird), was still tied to the U.S. dollar. Up until then, every coin and bill featured images of powerful men. So, in a gesture that could be seen as progressive or tokenizing—or a bit of both—they chose to put a woman’s face on the 25 cent piece.

And so began a search for “the face”…

Choca Blues has been making waves in the blues scene, blending beautiful melodies with raw energy and a contagious love for what they do. The band, formed in San Marcos La Laguna, Guatemala, is made up of international talents who bring their unique musical journeys to the table. Now, as they prepare to head back into the studio to record their second album, their story is a testament to the transformative power of music.

The journey begins with Dieneke, the band’s lead vocalist and co-founder. Originally…