Lorde has revealed that she’s now an independent artist after her contract with Universal Music Group expired late last year., per Variety Music.
Lollapalooza 2026 will feature major performances from Charli XCX, Lorde, Olivia Dean, JENNIE, Turnstile, Geese, and more. Learn how to get tickets. separately, Consequence reported.
The change has left the singer with “a feeling of openness and possibility,” she says. (Billboard)
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Fresh off announcing her independent artist status, Lorde is set to grace the Kia Forum in Inglewood next May, promising a powerful rock performance. This follows the buzz surrounding her inclusion in Lollapalooza 2026 alongside fellow pop and punk heavyweights like Charli XCX and Turnstile.
Last updated March 19, 2026.