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Lorde Debuts 'Virgin' With Surprise Glastonbury Set

It explores identity, gender fluidity, personal growth through a return to electronic sounds.

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Overview

  • Lorde released her fourth studio album, Virgin, on June 27, 2025.
  • Critics have praised its raw honesty and electronic evolution as a return to her early synth-pop style.
  • The record delves into themes of identity, gender fluidity and personal growth influenced by her decision to stop birth control.
  • She surprised fans with a secret Glastonbury Festival set, performing the album in full on release day.
  • Lorde will support Virgin on her Ultrasound World Tour beginning in September 2025.