Unexpected guest shows up at fan-organized gathering themed around singer Lorde
Lorde took the music scene by storm with an unannounced appearance at a fan-dedicated club night in Sydney, Australia, on May 25, 2025. The event, termed What Was That: A Club Night Dedicated to Lorde, was nestled within Mary's Underground, with local DJ Xeimma deejaying the night of revelry.
The circumspection of Lorde's arrival only heightened the crowd's anticipation. Recognition swiftly spread, sending the assembly into a frenzy. The "Queen of Alternative" casually mingled with attendees, exchanging handshakes and grooving with fans. She even seized the DJ booth to sing along to her renowned tracks, adding an unforgettable element to the night.
Videos and photos from the event immediately proliferated online, with fans expressing their exhilaration and chronicling the night as a “whole vibe.” Xeimma, the ebullient DJ, took to Instagram to share glimpses of the event, expressing gratitude to Lorde: "Still in disbelief... It's official - Lorde came to my party on 25 May 2025."
The appearance was a personal decision by Lorde herself, as mentioned in a statement from EMI Australia. Her latest fourth album, Virgin, set for release on June 27, 2025, was a subject of celebration throughout the night. This event marked the latest in a series of surprise appearances by the artist.
Lorde's unexpected presence reinforced her reputation for fostering intimate connections with her fanbase, reinforcing the notion that she is not just a touring artist, but a social entity woven into the fabric of her followers' lives.
Fans on social media expressed their excitement and shared the night's "whole vibe," using the hashtag #LordeAtPti, highlighting that the event took place at Mary's Underground. In her Instagram post, Xeimma thanked Lorde, stating, "Who would have thought that us would get to party with the Queen of Alternative music?" The night was filled with laughter and joy as Lorde sang along to her tracks, mingling with the crowd and even taking over the DJ booth.
