Ora The Molecule

Led by singer/songwriter Nora Schjelderup, the multinational avant-pop project Ora the Molecule balances sleek synthwave and joyous songwriting. On releases like 2021's Human Safari, the group's wonder-filled, keenly observed, yet danceable songs uphold the traditions of Cocteau Twins, Fleetwood Mac, and Kraftwerk. Born in Norway, Schjelderup spent her childhood in Spain and Italy as well as her homeland. Her family's frequent moves often made her the new kid in school, a role that sharpened her observational skills. She began writing songs when she was eight, and by the tim...