Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · July 4, 2025 · Entertainment

Lorde's Berlin Album Release: A Surprise Performance and Controversial Artwork!

Lorde surprised fans at her record release party in Berlin on Wednesday when she performed to a small group of lucky attendees

LORDY, LORDY! Lorde Steals the Show with Surprise Performance and Sizzling Hot Romance

Get ready for a double dose of drama and excitement as global superstar Lorde continues to make waves in the music industry! The 28-year-old songstress surprised fans at her record release party in Berlin on Wednesday, treating a select group of lucky attendees to an impromptu performance. And if that wasn't enough, she also brought the heat with her sizzling hot romance with producer and DJ Jim E-Stack.

But first, let's talk about Lorde's jaw-dropping album cover for her new release, Virgin. The singer has always been known for pushing boundaries, but this one takes the cake – or should we say, it takes the X-ray! The artwork features an eerie shot of what appears to be an X-ray of her pelvis, complete with visible hip bones, belt buckle, and zipper. And, in a bold move, she's even included an inter-uterine device (IUD) for good measure. But is the X-ray actually of Lorde? TheScholarlyNote.com has reached out to confirm, but one thing's for sure – it's making waves!

She flashed her midriff in a crossover halterneck top that featured a tasselled trim and black cargo trousers

The album cover was unveiled on Lorde's Instagram, where she also announced the title and release date of her fourth studio album: June 27. And speaking of releases, we can't help but wonder if this bold new look is a reflection of her music as well. Will Virgin be just as provocative?

But enough about the album – let's get to the juicy stuff! Lorde was spotted with her rumored new man, Jim E-Stack, 33, after seemingly going public with their relationship at Glastonbury over the weekend. The musician, from New Zealand, wowed fans with a surprise set at the iconic music festival on Friday, and it seems she didn't stop there – she was seen getting cozy with Jim on stage!

Following her bravura performance, Lorde arrived at the London Heliport in Battersea with Jim by her side. They were seen holding hands and laughing together, making it clear that their romance is heating up fast! And it looks like they're having the time of their lives – according to The Sun, they even "partied until well after 4am"!

The singer, who recently raised eyebrows with her latest album cover's artwork, arrived at riverside venue Spindler & Klatt on a boat

But don't think for a second that this new romance comes without some drama. Jim's ex-girlfriend Kacy Hill took to TikTok to share her side of the story, revealing that her six-and-a-half year relationship came to an end when he started working with Lorde on her single "Man Of The Year." Ouch! She penned: "Let's hear it for the man who ended a 6.5 year relationship while making a girl's album then started dating her". Talk about some major shade!

Lorde and Jim were first linked in October last year, when they were spotted making a rare public outing in New York. At the time, Lorde hadn't been seen with her music executive boyfriend Justin Warren since March 2023 – it looks like she's moved on to greener pastures! And if that wasn't enough, Jim shared a photo of Lorde on his Instagram in August, fueling rumors that they're working on a new album together. Could we be seeing a collaboration between these two talented artists?

One thing's for sure – with this new romance and bold album artwork, Lorde is definitely making headlines! Will you be tuning in to hear more about her music and relationship? Let us know in the comments below!

Lorde accessorised her outfit with a pair of rectangular sunglasses and styled her hair into waves

Photos:

  • Lorde arrives at Spindler & Klatt on a boat
  • Lorde performs at her record release party in Berlin
  • Lorde and Jim E-Stack spotted together at Glastonbury
  • Kacy Hill shares her side of the story on TikTok

The album cover features an x-ray of her pelvis with her hip bones, belt buckle, and zipper visible and - inter-uterine device included

Elsewhere, Lorde was pictured with her rumoured new man, Jim E-Stack, 33, after seemingly going public with their relationship at Glastonbury over the weekend (pictured earlier in the year)