Date Night with Molly Grace & Marielle Kraft

Oh, how we are lovers and flirts right after the Molly Grace show at Exit-IN! Nashville, one of the most vibrant cities in America, had itself a night hosting two up-and-coming pop artists: Molly Grace and Marielle Kraft. The Lovesick Tour took this Music City crowd for a date night! Hey, at least they took us out on a date first!  

Everyone walked in with a smile with hints of anticipation and excitement. Hugs and conversations of budding romance filled the room. Sitting back and watching what humans do best is a magical thing. Love, something the world is lacking, was emulated through every person there. No matter if they knew the artists or not, there was a sense of pride and excitement everywhere. Looking at attendees who were friends with the artist is such a beautiful thing. It is a pleasure to see your friends grow into beautiful and accomplished musicians. 

Marielle Kraft seemed no stranger to a strange. Her introspective songs warmed the crowd up for what the rest of the night held. Her enchanting personality made the audience fall within her performance. It was evident she wanted the fans to be a part of the show as much as the performers were. From her story-telling to authenticity, she is Marielle Kraft. Her lively soul is already making a name for herself.

There is nothing stronger than a “women’s intuition”, and ours was right about Molly Grace! The vibrant gal took the stage and she owned the stage (I think we say ate, devoured, no crumbs left behind now). My queer heart filled with love and pride from her beaming personality. Molly Grace makes you want to smile and dance- even if you do not mean to. She has the most infectious personality one could ever experience. She is a kaleidoscope of love beaming from her signature sparking red romper and white heels. The heels need a whole different review! She danced the whole night in them and that deserves praise within itself. 

Her charisma shone brightly through all her songs. Molly Grace and her band (Garrett Arwood, Jacob Hoekwater, and Tierney Sage) deserve the utmost recognition for emulating funk through every note played. Everything made everyone want to dance. She infused a classic song “Blame It on the Boogie” by the Jacksons with her genuine flair. Through the cover and her charisma, she ignited a collective sense of joy and nostalgia. 

The beautiful transformative power of art and soul was apparent during Molly Grace’s set. The power of two queer women who rocked Exit-In is something no one can mess with. We need more nights like these. More dancing. More singing. And most importantly, more love. 

We had fun on our first date Molly and Marielle! P.S. We are still waiting for our call back. 

- Gabrielle Sanchez

Photos Courtesy of Lillie Hollabaugh (For Bell Music Magazine)