NEW YORK (AP) — Fans of the New Zealand singer-songwriter Lorde have long commended the artist for her visceral pop craft. Her music, to certain ears, sounds like freedom. On her new album, it is as though Lorde is able to hear it, too.

On Friday (June 27), Lorde unveiled her much-anticipated fourth studio album, Virgin. Released via Universal Music, the new album features 11 new songs, including its three previously released singles “ What Was That ,” “ Man of the Year ” and “ Hammer .”

Virgin is the fourth album from the singer best known for 2013 breakthrough hit Royals. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.