Ethereal is the best way to describe Mercury’s performance when opening for Arcy Drive during the first night of the second leg of their tour. Basement East in Nashville was the perfect venue to house the band while they performed a scaled back version of their songs on October 16th. Front woman Maddie Kerr made it her mission to move the audience with her words and execution of her singing, and made time to connect one on one with fans after her performance.

The soft vocals paired with the solid color backlighting set the mood perfectly for the 30 minutes that this band was on stage. Beginning the set with one of their more recent singles, “Faster”, the band created an atmosphere that quickly convinced the crowd to pay attention. It was no secret that this band was intentional in their performance, as their body language matched the touching and sometimes uncomfortable lyrics whether it be through facial expressions or shoulder shrugs. Mercury made it a point to fit unreleased songs including “Heaven”, and “Happy” into their set, which further strengthened the bond between the crowd and the band, something that intensified the crowd’s energy toward the band. It was clear that the audience knew the words to most of their released music, but having the ability to hear unreleased songs created a feeling of trust and closeness between the band and the crowd. Closing their set with their most popular song, “I Don't Know You Like I Used To” brought the audience right back to the familiarity and comfort that is Mercury.

What truly made an impression during this show was that singer Maddie Kerr made time to go into the crowd, stand at the merch booth, and have meaningful conversations with fans after her set. It was a moment that perfectly highlighted her heartfelt dedication to both her music and the community she’s built. Crowd members that got tee shirts got signatures, hugs, and to speak to someone that they look up to. Overall, Mercury is not a band that should be missed. They are moving in a way that is personable and meaningful, creating a real connection between listeners and the musicians. As their presence continues to grow, Mercury proves that authenticity and emotional connection are what truly set them apart in today’s music scene. If this performance is any indication, Mercury is only getting started and the best is yet to come