Lorde embraces a fresh start with Virgin — album review
NEW ZEALAND, JUL 2 – Lorde's fourth album Virgin features a recyclable clear CD that many older players cannot read due to its transparent design lacking a reflective layer, fans report.
- New Zealand singer Lorde released her album Virgin on June 27, including a limited-edition clear CD now sold out online.
- Lorde's focus on sustainability led to the clear, recyclable CD design, but it lacks an opaque reflective layer causing playback issues on many players.
- Fans have widely reported errors and silent ejects on older stereos, while some modern devices play the disc or can rip files successfully.
- One fan said, "My new Lorde transparent CD doesn't work in this stereo!" and TikTok videos showing problems reached 200k views.
- Lorde’s team has not addressed the CD issue publicly, while fans call for a traditional CD reissue possibly included in a planned deluxe edition.
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