Ora the Molecule

Ora The Molecule is the musical moniker of Norwegian-born avant-pop artist Nora Schjelderup. For Schjelderup, life has always been about observation and finding one's purpose in the community at large. She is the molecule personified: the smallest bit of matter that retains its own identity while being part of something greater. This keen sense of inspection and willingness to surrender to feelings of wide-eyed wonder guided Schjelderup from her childhood to the release of her debut album, Human Safari. Schjelderup grew up hopscotching between Spain, Italy, and her home country of Norway. Always the new kid in school, she adopted the role of observer and sought to connect with new people and cultures. Schjelderup credits this nomadic lifestyle with helping her develop an appreciation for others' experiences. For Human Safari, a collection