Austin, Texas, September 18, 2025
News Summary
Lorde kicked off her Ultrasound World Tour at the Moody Center in Austin, Texas, promoting her acclaimed album ‘Virgin.’ The tour features a diverse lineup of supporting acts and is her first major tour since the Solar Power Tour. Fans can expect performances in major cities across North America, Europe, Australia, and New Zealand through February 2026.
Austin Kicks Off Lorde’s Ultrasound World Tour in Support of “Virgin”
On Wednesday, September 17, Lorde officially launched her Ultrasound World Tour at the Moody Center in Austin, Texas. The tour is dedicated to promoting her newly acclaimed album, “Virgin,” which has already garnered significant attention.
“Virgin” reached No. 2 on the Billboard album chart in July 2023, following her previous album “Solar Power” released in 2021. The AV Club has described the album as “earnestly, painfully vulnerable” and noted that it is very much “alive.” In a newsletter sent to her fans, Lorde expressed her enthusiasm for the tour, mentioning that she has been “stripping away unnecessary layers”, implying that this project might be her “masterpiece.”
The Ultrasound World Tour marks Lorde’s first significant tour since the conclusion of her Solar Power Tour earlier this year. The tour is set to span across North America, Europe, Australia, and New Zealand, culminating in February 2026. It will travel through major cities in North America, including Chicago, Toronto, Boston, New York City, and Los Angeles before heading to Europe in November and December.
As of the tour’s launch, there are currently no scheduled dates for the Ultrasound World Tour in metro Phoenix. The ticket prices for the Texas show start at approximately $140, but prices increase for larger venues, such as Madison Square Garden, where ticket prices begin at $250.
The Ultrasound World Tour will feature a diverse lineup of supporting acts, including Blood Orange, The Japanese House, Nilüfer Yanya, Chanel Beads, Empress Of, Jim-E Stack, and Oklou, catering to a wide variety of musical tastes. At the launch event in Austin, fans reported various songs performed, adding to the anticipation surrounding the tour.
Lorde also made a notable return earlier this year with her comeback single “What Was That”, released in April, followed by the “Virgin” album in June. Prior to her recent successes, she gained fame with her debut album “Pure Heroine,” which featured the hit single “Royals,” winning the Grammy for Song of the Year when she was just 17 years old.
Tour Overview
- Tour Name: Ultrasound World Tour
- Album Supported: “Virgin”
- Launch Date: September 17, 2023
- Launch Location: Moody Center, Austin, Texas
- Last Major Tour: Solar Power Tour (concluded 2023)
- North America Tour Dates: Major cities include Chicago, Toronto, Boston, New York City, and Los Angeles
- Ending Location: Concludes in New Zealand and Australia (February 2026)
- Supporting Acts: Blood Orange, The Japanese House, Nilüfer Yanya, Chanel Beads, Empress Of, Jim-E Stack, and Oklou
Conclusion
Lorde’s Ultrasound World Tour is shaping up to be a notable event, showcasing her growth as an artist with her latest work. The buzz surrounding the album and its tour illustrates her continued relevance in the music industry, as fans eagerly anticipate her performances.
FAQ
When did Lorde’s Ultrasound World Tour begin?
Lorde launched her Ultrasound World Tour on Wednesday, September 17, 2023, at Moody Center in Austin, Texas.
What album is Lorde’s tour supporting?
The tour is in support of her newly acclaimed album “Virgin.”
What is the ticket price range for Lorde’s Ultrasound World Tour?
Ticket prices for the Ultrasound tour start at $140 for the Texas show, increasing for other venues, such as Madison Square Garden starting at $250.
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