British TRAILBLAZER UNITE the FIERY CITY with RESONATING pop-rock ANTHEMS

⭐⭐⭐⭐(4/5)

**Beth McCarthy @ New Century Hall, Manchester. Photocredit Sabrina Ramdoyal**

Beth McCarthy’s global ‘Hot & Stupid’ tour demonstrates the influential nature of queer pop music and the power of live community. With sold-out performances across the UK, Europe, and Australia, her concerts provide a welcoming space for young queer audiences to embrace identity, connection, and emotion.

The Manchester show, despite delays, epitomised inclusivity and camaraderie, blending joyful chaos with meaningful communal experiences, highlighting McCarthy’s role in fostering vibrant, affirming environments for her fans.

Support act Catty delivered a dynamic opener that set the tone for an energetic night. The main performance was marked by the artist’s exceptional storytelling, engaging the audience with contextual song introductions and a warm, inclusive presence. Her blend of charm, confidence, and approachability fostered a welcoming atmosphere. Comedic moments were interwoven seamlessly, enhancing the overall experience and complementing her powerful vocals.

Noteworthy highlights included standout performances of "Prized Possession," "4am (Back in His Bed)," and the clever "I Don't Miss You (I Just Miss Your Mom)." The emotional depth of "I Dated A Monster" and the communal singalong during "Man on the Run" were particularly memorable.

The artist’s direct interaction with fans during "Joyride" reinforced the genuine connection that permeated the evening and showcased a vocal prowess, engaging narratives, and a deep rapport with the audience, leaving a lasting impression.

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Beth McCarthy transformed the evening into a memorable communal experience by dissolving the boundary between audience and performer when ‘IDK How To Talk To Girls’, ‘Exes In Bedsheets’ and ‘Hot and Stupid’ grabbed Manchester by the reins. During her confessional segment, she invited fans to share personal stories, responding with warmth, wit, and genuine humour. These interactions fostered intimacy and reinforced the show’s dedication to representation, vulnerability, and authentic connection.

Her performance of Katy Perry’s ‘Hot n Cold’ united the audience, while tracks such as ‘How Am I Supposed to Love Myself?’ offered candid insights into her career anxieties, further highlighting her openness.

Throughout the concert, fans actively participated by singing along and sharing their voices, particularly during ‘What If I Never Make It’, ‘She Gets the Flowers’, and “What Do You Call It?”, which contributed to the event’s communal atmosphere.

The encore, featuring unreleased anthems and energetic moments from ‘Good Bi’, ‘Treat Me Like A Rockstar’, and ‘She’s Pretty/Good Luck Babe’, culminated in a powerful affirmation of bisexual empowerment, leaving the audience energised and unified by the evening’s message.

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McCarthy’s Manchester performance functioned as a cathartic, high-energy finale, fostering a sense of belonging, healing, and uninhibited queer celebration. The atmosphere was charged with shared emotion as fans danced, sang, and embraced, their collective energy embodying the acceptance and freedom that McCarthy advocates.

Across her concerts, she unites audiences in safe, affirming environments where queer identity is celebrated and uplifted. Her dynamic combination of pop-rock anthems and honest storytelling transforms each show into a vibrant gathering, dissolving barriers and encouraging full self-expression.

Beth McCarthy’s live performances are characterised by infectious joy, raw vulnerability, and unapologetic pride—qualities that define her artistry and leave a lasting impression on attendees.