Rock, Rum, and Rowdiness at Surly Siren Saloon in Key West

A Night with Shorty Long Rocks & Rob Benton

Key West, FL – If you weren’t at Surly Siren Saloon (308 Front St, Key West, FL 33040) this past Saturday night, you seriously need to rethink your life choices. Why? Because Shorty Long Rocks rolled into town, local legend Rob Benton lit up the stage, and a whole lot of tequila-fueled questionable dance moves were witnessed (and probably regretted the next morning).

A Saloon with Attitude (and Killer Cocktails)

Let’s talk about Surly Siren Saloon for a second. This isn’t your grandma’s tiki bar—unless your grandma is a pirate with a penchant for great live music and strong drinks. The Surly Siren has been luring in thirsty souls with an epic mix of local and touring acts, an atmosphere that screams “Good times ahead!” (or maybe that’s just the people at the bar), and a staff that pours drinks like they have stock in Advil.

Check out their lineup and menu of liquid courage at surlysirensaloon.com.

Shorty Ain’t So Short on Talent

Now, about Shorty Long Rocks—this national act came in like a musical hurricane, tearing up the stage with a mix of rock, country, and pure party energy. You know a band is good when people start standing on chairs, belting out lyrics they just learned five minutes ago. Shorty Long doesn’t just play music; they throw a full-blown concert experience that makes you forget you’re in a bar and not an arena (until you get the tab).

Rob Benton: The Local Hero We Deserve

Of course, Rob Benton—a Key West staple and all-around guitar-slinging badass—brought his signature style to the mix. If you’ve never seen Rob perform, imagine if a rockstar and a beach bum had a baby who was raised on riffs and rum. He’s got talent, he’s got energy, and he’s probably got a few hilarious stories he’ll never admit to.

The Real MVP: Kim Nix Photography

Of course, if a great night happens but no one photographs it, did it even happen? Luckily, Kim Nix Photography was there to capture the madness, the music, and that one guy who thought he could backflip off the stage (he couldn’t).

Find the evidence at:
📸 Website: kimnixkeywest.com
📸 Facebook: facebook.com/kimnixphotography
📸 Instagram: instagram.com/adayinthelifeofkimnix

Don’t Miss the Next One!

If you weren’t at Surly Siren this weekend, you’re probably feeling some serious FOMO right now. Lucky for you, this place doesn’t slow down. Keep up with their upcoming events, grab a drink, and prepare for another night of live music, questionable decisions, and memories you might only piece together through Kim Nix’s photos.

See you next time at the Surly Siren Saloon—where the music is loud, the drinks are strong, and the only thing surlier than the siren is you the next morning.