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Lorde Fans Say ‘Virgin’ CD Doesn’t Work in Most Players
Lorde’s crystal-clear CD release, promoted for its recyclable design and sleek aesthetic, is reportedly not functioning in many CD players.
In an attempt to understand the problem, one TikTok creator hypothesized that the clear CD’s lack of a printed label layer may be confusing older optical sensors, which typically rely on reflections and light patterns to read discs. The physical design choice — while artistically striking — has left fans calling for a more traditional CD pressing, especially for an album expected to have a long-lasting legacy. Recently, she teased unreleased B-sides and hinted at a deluxe edition in the future, which could offer an opportunity to course-correct with a more playable CD format.
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