Music News See-Through, But Can’t Play? Lorde’s Transparent ‘Virgin’ CD Fails in Many Players by Alex Cooper Fans love the look—but can’t play a single track. Lorde’s latest album, Virgin, is making waves—but not for the reasons she hoped. Fans who purchased the crystal-clear, recyclable CD are reporting…
Music News Lorde Calls ‘Solar Power’ a Vibe Shift Too Far ahead of New Album: “I Don’t Think This Is Me” by Laura Gordon From barefoot beach days to festival-stage bangers, Lorde’s ready to burn bright again with ‘Virgin,’ and she’s done playing it chill. Lorde, in a refreshingly candid chat on Jake Shane’s…
Music News Lorde Crashes Sydney Party Thrown in Her Honour by Laura Gordon The pop icon made a surprise appearance at a fan event celebrating her new album, dancing, DJing, and proving the ‘L4’ era is officially here. Lorde made an unforgettable appearance…
News Lorde’s Gender Odyssey: A Raw, Unboxed Journey to ‘Virgin’ by Alex Cooper The pop mystic bares body and soul in her most unflinching work yet. Lorde isn’t just dropping an album—she’s shedding skin. In her most revealing interview yet, the 28-year-old icon…
Music News Lorde returns with “Ultrasound” Tour & bold new album Virgin by Alex Cooper Her boldest music yet meets her most electrifying live shows. After a four-year hiatus, Lorde is back—and she’s bringing raw, unfiltered artistry to stages worldwide. The Grammy-winning artist has announced…
Music News Lorde Teases Game-Changing New Era: ‘This Is Gonna Be Crazy’ by Laura Gordon A new era of freedom & raw connection Lorde is gearing up to shake things up with her fourth album, and she’s letting fans in on the excitement through intimate…
Features Music Why it mattered: Lorde’s ‘Pure Heroine’ by Tom Disalvo In honour of New Zealand music month, Happy Mag is taking a look back at one of the country’s shiniest anti-pop stars. Nearing a decade since its release, Lorde’s 2013…
Lists Music News Up on the Rooftop: The magic of music’s best rooftop performances by Happy There’s something about a rooftop concert that captures the essence of rock and roll. The intimacy of the setting, the breathtaking views, and the sheer audacity of performing on a…
Music News Lorde and Sting postpone NZ performances after cyclone by Emmy White Lorde and Sting are the latest artists to postpone gigs in New Zealand amidst the aftermath of Cyclone Gabrielle. The cyclone has caused widespread flooding in the country’s northern island,…
Features Lists Music 10 landmark albums turning 10 in 2023 by Tom Disalvo From history-making debuts to unforgettable comebacks, we’re counting down the 10 landmark albums celebrating their 10-year anniversary in 2023. These 10 albums turning 10 prove that a whole lot can…
Music News Lorde shares a 5-minute explainer of how the math doesn’t add up when it comes to touring by Tammy Moir Lorde breaks down touring in 5 minutes, shedding insights into the harsh reality of the struggle to break even. Fresh off the announcement that Lorde is set to tour Australia…
Music News Lorde announces Australian tour dates for 2023 by Tammy Moir Its been six years since Lorde hit our shores, and today she has announced the anticipated return to Australia as part of her global Solar Power World Tour. Kicking off…
Music Lorde – ‘Solar Power’: Album Review by John-Alexander Matsos Solar Power reveals a more mature position from the New Zealand sensation, fusing adult-contemporary tones with psychedelic seasoning. It’s been 8 long years since Lorde released her debut album Pure Heroine,…
