However, Birosca’s playlist was never about bucking local trends. Instead, it coincided with a golden age of revolutionary Latin American music. Spanning the 1980s and 90s, this era was marked by an explosion of groundbreaking creativity that defied easy categorization. Bands like Panteón Rococó (Mexico), Los Fabulosos Cadillacs (Argentina), Os Paralamas do Sucesso (Brazil), Desorden Público (Venezuela), Molotov (Mexico), and Todos Tus Muertos (Argentina) drew inspiration from a rich tapestry of Latin American rhythms, fusing rock, ska, reggae, rap, and cumbia with Caribbean, African, and indigenous influences. The result was a completely new and unrepeatable sound. Though largely unknown outside of Latin America, these bands found a permanent home at Birosca, where they were and continue to be celebrated each night with hours dedicated to this transformative musical era.

While Venezuela's mainstream embraced genres like vallenato, ranchera, and national folk music, Birosca offered an alternative to this peculiarly isolated population of Merida. Initially, the playlist was eclectic, featuring Brazilian rhythms and even New Age sounds (It was a vegetarian restaurant after all). However, Birosca's unique setlist transformed rapidly as clients, tourists and newcomers added from their personal collections. Combined with its revolutionary inclusive atmosphere, its intention of having people dance the entire night, and the magic that comes from listening to music that was not accessible nor acceptable in other places contributed to a musical experience that would continue to enthrall patrons for the next three decades. 

Unlike the stereotypical view of Latin American music, which focused solely on couples’ dance beats, these bands offered a sophisticated mix of social commentary, political satire, and irresistible rhythms. Largely unknown outside of Latin America, they became a testament to the region’s musical ingenuity and diversity. Birosca embraced these bands with such passion that their music became a ritual. As the venue’s popularity grew, it became a cornerstone of the city’s tourism, with its unique fusion of 80s and 90s Latin American music part of its appeal. Birosca’s playlist, sold on the streets to tourists and locals alike, became a symbol of the city’s cultural identity. Each night was a testament to the power of music to transcend borders, cultures, and languages.

Latin American music was a foundational element of the bar, but it also embraced a wide range of global genres. For many, this space served as their first introduction to artists like Bob Marley and Pink Floyd. During the 1990s, Birosca became known for playing music that was rarely heard elsewhere, featuring a mix of classic, alternative, and hard rock in both English and Spanish, as well as Caribbean and World Reggae. Classic Ska to Ska Punk from all over the globe and the burgeoning underground Rap also found an enduring place within Birosca's nightly set.  The peculiarity of the transition from Metal to Salsa Brava remains an understood tradition to this day.

This dedication to musical diversity has shaped Birosca’s iconic 34-year-old playlist. In the 1990s, it was shared on the streets as mixed tapes; in the 2000s, as burned CDs—a common practice in South America. By the 2010s, it found its way to YouTube, and today, it lives on in the Spotify search box. This evolution across four distinct formats underscores its enduring uniqueness. The playlist brings together legendary artists from across the globe: from Eminem to Canserbero, Alpha Blondy to Gondwana, Rammstein to Bomba Estéreo, Rage Against the Machine to Todos Tus Muertos, and Sublime to Os Paralamas. Spanning six major genres, countless subgenres, and at least five languages, it celebrates over 70 years of music history. Birosca stands as a physical testament to the power of music—a place where metalheads dance to salsa and salsa lovers dance to ska, creating a priceless cultural phenomenon. This seamless blending of genres became Birosca’s signature, proving music’s unparalleled ability to unite diverse audiences through its universal language.