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Lorde has dominated headlines this week after the shocking omission of her critically acclaimed album Virgin from the 2026 Grammy nominations. Virgin dropped in June 2025 to a wave of glowing reviews and a swiftly sold-out arena tour, yet the Recording Academy left her entirely off their slate of nominees. Music fans and insiders are pronouncing it one of the biggest snubs in Grammys history, and the outrage hasn’t stopped. According to Architeg Prints, social media instantly lit up, with devoted followers debating whether Lorde’s 2018 criticism of the Academy has left her “blacklisted” from future consideration, reigniting the long-running drama between Lorde and the Grammy institution—a sting intensified by the fact that less buzzed artists earned nods where she was ignored. The intensity of online discussion is matched by fan speculation, with some wondering if she’ll ever reconcile with mainstream award shows.
Meanwhile, Lorde is making waves for much happier reasons across Europe, headlining major venues as part of her Ultrasound World Tour. Irish Concert Travel reveals she’s set to perform for one-night only at Dublin’s RDS Simmonscourt on November 22, 2025, her first-ever headline show in Ireland. This concert has seen an explosion of interest, not only from longtime fans but from newer listeners eager to see her perform tracks from Virgin live. Each show on the Ultrasound Tour has drawn acclaim for its immersive set design and Lorde’s signature cinematic storytelling; recent interviews suggest she’s exploring a “womb-like and expansive” stage aesthetic that blends visuals with emotionally charged live debuts. Advance word from fans in Austin reported that every song from Virgin was performed at the tour’s opening date, making this run a must-see for devotees.
Lorde’s European leg doesn’t stop with Dublin—she’ll play Belgium’s Forest National on November 27, with support from The Japanese House, cementing her position as a global headliner this season. Critics and outlets like Consequence praise her stage presence and the bold evolution in sound, noting the fusion of electronic and organic influences throughout Virgin.
On the business and public appearance front, Lorde was spotted among Los Angeles’ artistic elite at the 2025 LACMA Art + Film Gala earlier this week, celebrating the work of filmmaker Ryan Coogler and artist Mary Corse. Haute Living noted the gathering was spectacular but did not specify if Lorde took the stage or made a formal speech. While her brand remains steadfastly anti-mainstream, as described by 34th Street Magazine, her calculated moves—from minimalist production to emotionally rich tour experiences—are ensuring Lorde’s cultural relevance stretches far beyond awards season drama.
In summary, the past few days have seen Lorde’s Grammy snub reverberate through music news and social media, sparking industry conversation about fairness and recognition, while she continues to rise as a live performer and creative visionary, drawing major international crowds and high-profile invites. All Grammy speculation and blacklisting rumors remain unconfirmed, but the ongoing debate only adds to Lorde’s enigmatic aura at the pinnacle of pop.
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