Betty Who and Molly Grace bring bombastic joy and electrifying energy to Detroit’s Saint Andrew’s Hall on the Out of the Darkness summer tour.
Molly Grace didn’t just open the show, she kicked the doors wide open. With only her two backup singers and dancers, affectionately dubbed the “lover girls,” Grace brought a jolt of pop-funk energy that instantly grabbed the crowd’s attention. No band, no flashy effects, just three mics, tight choreography, and serious vocal talent.
Wearing a glittering mini dress and towering heels, Grace strutted onstage and launched into a high-energy set that blended youthful pop hooks with funky grooves. Her chemistry with the lover girls was undeniable, their harmonies smooth, and their movements perfectly in sync. “Lover (Love Her)” pulsed with flirtation and bounce, while “Heaven Sent” radiated playful charm, during which Grace joked that she could’ve been a preacher in another life if she was actually religious.
One of the night’s most memorable moments came when she slid into Whitney Houston’s “I Wanna Dance with Somebody.” Instead of a straight cover, Grace made it her own, letting her lover girls shine with bold harmonies and solo moments that got the whole venue swaying.
Before closing the set, Grace strutted the stage while recounting her history of dating men before joyfully proclaiming, “I’m a homosexual!” which brought the crowd to its feet. She then launched into her viral hit “F.E.M.M.E.,” a bold and unapologetic anthem that ended the set on a high. By the end of the set, the crowd was cheering and bathed in pink. With style, swagger, and real vocal chops, Molly Grace is a show to see all in herself.
With the crowd cheering, the lights dropped, and a surge of synth filled the room as Betty Who stepped onto the stage to kick things off with “Run!,” her thunderous 2025 single. Backed by two impossibly sharp dancers, she wasted no time setting the tone. The energy in the room snapped to life, and from the first beat, it was clear this would be more than just a concert—it was going to be a celebration.She followed with “Weekend,” which had the entire venue instantly dancing, hands in the air. Then came “She Can Dance,” a track that might as well be an invitation to lose yourself in the music. Betty knew exactly how to guide the crowd, shifting effortlessly from bangers like “Wanna Be” and “You Can Cry Tomorrow” to the sweat-soaked pulse of her latest single “Sweat,” which turned the space into a glowing, kinetic blur. A cover of Kate Bush’s “Running Up That Hill” hit like a slow-burning gut punch, giving the night a dose of drama and emotional weight.
Everything about the performance felt polished but never stiff. The choreography was tight, the visuals were dialed in, and Betty’s voice never wavered. But what really carried the night was her presence. She was magnetic—radiating warmth, power, and playfulness. Her connection with her dancers and the crowd was natural and constant like we were all in on something together.
She closed the night with “I Love You Always Forever,” a heart-swelling Donna Lewis cover that left the crowd in full voice and full hearts.
Beyond the glitter and choreography, the night carried real meaning. Through her partnership with PLUS1, a portion of each ticket went to support GLAAD and their work to ensure fair, accurate, and inclusive representation that rewrites the script for LGBTQ acceptance. This partnership underscored a deeper message of inclusion and queer joy.
By the closing note, it was clear. Betty Who’s Out of the Darkness show in Detroit wasn’t just a show. It was a moment, joyous, unapologetic, and unforgettable.
