Formed in Lima, Peru, in 1964, Los Saicos are widely regarded as pioneers of proto-punk and one of the most influential Latin American rock bands of their era. With raw energy, distorted guitars, and rebellious lyrics, they broke from the traditional pop sounds of the time, shaping a sound that predated and foreshadowed punk movements around the world. Though their career was brief, their legacy endures—celebrated by musicians, historians, and new generations discovering their groundbreaking spirit.