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Ihre Musik ist sanft, dennoch voller Stärke: LEYAS CRAVE aus Halle erschafft eine bewegende Atmosphäre, die Sehnsucht weckt und zum Träumen anregt. Der melancholische Indie verbindet in Poesie gehüllte Gedanken mit abwechslungsreichen Arrangements. Inhaltliche Tiefe und Ernsthaftigkeit finden Raum in eingängigen Melodien – vier Musiker*innen auf der Suche nach Bildern, die das Lebensgefühl ihrer Generation beschreiben.

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Janda ist zugleich Künstlername und Soloprojekt der Komponistin, Gitarristin und studierten Jazz/Pop-Sängerin Jessica Struch aus Leipzig. Filigraner Akustikgitarrensound verbindet sich mit einer glasklaren Stimme und wird durch Loops, Layers und Electronics zu einem atmosphärischen Klangbild angereichert, das eine regelrechte Sogwirkung erzeugt. Das Konzeptalbum mit dem Titel APNOE (altgriech.: »nicht atmen«) ist ein Tauchgang, der Momente des Stillstandes musikalisch illustriert. Die lyrischen, englischsprachigen Texte porträtieren Gefühlszustände wie Screenshots.

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IIn Mitteldeutschland gibt es eine lebendige Musikszene, bestehend aus vielen Bands und Musikern. Oft kündigen wir ihre Konzerte bei uns an. Doch in dieser Reihe wollen wir Ihnen in loser Reihenfolge einige der Bands genauer vorstellen. Unseren nächsten Steckbrief beantwortet Claudius Förster von der  halleschen Band „Leyas Crave“. Im Januar erschien ihre EP „The Weight of the Soul“.

Wie lange gibt es „Leyas Crave“ schon, und wie habt ihr euch kennengelernt? Dinah und Anna kennen sich seit ihrer Kindheit und haben gemeinsam schon viel Musik gemacht. Als ich nach Halle kam, lernte ich irgendwann Dinah kennen, da war die Band jedoch noch kein Thema. Erst als Sven 2018 in die Stadt zog und wir uns kennenlernten, entwickelte sich die Idee, ein gemeinsames musikalisches Projekt zu starten. Zu diesem Zeitpunkt kam Dinah gerade von einem längeren Auslandsaufenthalt nach Deutschland zurück und war selbst auch auf der Suche nach neuen Musikprojekten. Sie holte dann Anna mit ins Boot, und wir trafen uns im April 2019 zu unseren ersten gemeinsamen Proben.

Wie ist euer Name entstanden, und was bedeutet er? Wenn ich es richtig übersetzt habe, müsste der Name in etwa „Leyas Sehnsucht“ heißen. Ist das richtig? Wer ist Leya? Der Name ist ähnlich kompliziert wie auch sein Findungsprozess. Die Idee war, etwas zu finden, das uns verbindet und beschreibt, aber gleichzeitig auch eine gewisse Interpretationsmöglichkeit lässt. Der Klang des Namens und sein Schriftbild sollten auch stimmig sein. Das Wort „Leyas“ haben wir von dem englischen Begriff „layers“ abgeleitet, was mit „Ebenen“ oder „Schichten“ übersetzt werden kann. Diese Ebenen kann man als Sinnbild für uns als Band begreifen: Jeder von uns hat seinen Platz in diesem vielfältigen Gefüge, und gemeinsam ergeben wir ein Ganzes und erschaffen etwas Neues, was alleine nicht entstanden wäre. Dass „Leya“ auch als Name gelesen werden könnte, war uns im ersten Moment gar nicht so sehr bewusst. Aber dieser Umstand schafft eine größere Nahbarkeit und Tiefe, die ich sehr schätze und von der ich glaube, dass sie im Kontext unserer Musik auch sehr passend ist.

Das Wort „crave“ ist ein englisches Verb, was so viel bedeutet, wie „sich sehnen“. Nachdem klar war, dass „Leyas“ ein Teil des Namens sein würde, suchten wir noch nach einem ergänzenden Wort, das das Gefühl der Musik beschreiben sollte und gut zu dem ersten passt. „Sehnsucht“  schien dafür sehr gut geeignet zu sein, und als Verb geschrieben passte es ziemlich gut.

Wer sind eure musikalischen Vorbilder und warum? Gemeinsame Vorbilder zu benennen ist bei uns nicht so leicht, da wir sehr verschiedene Geschmäcker und musikalische Hintergründe haben. Aber genau davon lebt unsere Musik: wir orientieren uns nicht bewusst an irgendwelchen gemeinsamen Vorbildern, sondern suchen vielmehr nach unseren Schnittmengen innerhalb der Band. Unsere persönlichen Geschmäcker reichen von Neoklassik über Indie, Pop und elektronischer Musik bis hin zu Rock und Metal. Musikalisch können wir uns aber alle ganz gut auf London Grammar und Charlie Cunningham einigen. Und für unsere EP „The Weight Of The Soul“  könnte man das Album „A Black Mile To The Surface“ von Manchester Orchestra als eine von vielen Inspirationsquellen nennen.

Mit wem würdet ihr am liebsten einmal auf der Bühne stehen? Was Genre oder Künstler/-in angeht, sind wir relativ offen, solange es sich irgendwie stimmig anfühlt. Gemeinsame Facetten wie Atmosphäre und Tiefgründigkeit würden da in jedem Fall gut passen. Wenn es beim Hauptact sehr nischig, extrem oder oberflächlich zugehen sollte, hätten wir jedoch so unsere Probleme …

Auf welchem Festival würdet ihr am liebsten spielen und warum? Ich kenne mich mit Festivals nicht gut genug aus, um einschätzen zu können, ob unsere Musik da so einen guten Platz hat. Aber wenn man das mal ausblendet, würde ich sagen: „je größer desto besser“. Umso mehr Menschen einem zuhören, desto größer ist die Wahrscheinlichkeit, dass da jemand ist, dem es gut gefällt. Und unabhängig von einem spezifischen Festival würden wir gerne am Abend spielen, wenn’s dunkel ist – da wirkt unsere Musik einfach besser als in der Mittagssonne.

Woher nehmt ihr eure Inspiration? Musikalisch sind wir alle auf jeden Fall stark von den Künstler*innen und Bands inspiriert, mit denen  sich jede/r von uns persönlich beschäftigt. Aber auch Bilder oder Filme können als Inspiration dienen, sowie alltägliche Geräusche und Sounds. Thematisch sind der persönliche Alltag und die damit verbundenen Themen vermutlich die größten Einflüsse. Manchmal bewegen uns die globalen Missstände und gesellschaftlichen Fragen, aber häufig auch die kleinen, persönlichen und intimen Geschichten.

Verbringt ihr auch außerhalb der Band viel Zeit miteinander? Wir sehen uns nicht nur als Bandkolleg/ -innen, sondern vor allem auch als Freund*innen. Uns ist es sehr wichtig, am Leben der anderen teilzuhaben – das klappt auch meist ganz gut! Allerdings wohnt Anna nicht in Halle und kommt nur zum Proben her, weswegen unsere Treffen meist durchgetaktet und arbeitsintensiv sind. Da merkt man auch, dass wir perfektionistisch sind und hohe Ansprüche an die Band haben. Uns ist die persönliche und private Komponente aber sehr wichtig und wir sind sehr bemüht, diese auch bewusst in unseren Bandalltag zu integrieren.

Ihr habt euch kurz vor Corona gegründet. Wie habt ihr den Lockdown verbracht/erlebt, und vor allen Dingen, wie konntet ihr Musik machen? Für uns als damals neu gegründete Band war Corona ein echter Hammer. Wir hatten Anfang 2020 unser erstes Konzert gespielt, das echt super besucht war – und direkt danach ging es in den Lockdown. Von da an war es eine echte Herausforderung, weil es für so unbekannte Bands wie uns kaum Möglichkeiten gab, überhaupt Konzerte spielen zu können. Wir haben uns dann vor allem auf die EP konzentriert und das Crowdfunding vorbereitet, was auch im Endeffekt echt gut war. Nebenbei haben wir uns soweit es möglich war auch weiter zum Proben getroffen und an neuen Songs gearbeitet.

Was wünscht ihr euch für die Zeit nach der Pandemie? Vor allem wünschen wir uns, dass wir die für uns bisher so alltägliche und seit Beginn der Pandemie verlorengegangene Freiheit zurückerobern und in einem Bewusstsein genießen können, dass diese nicht selbstverständlich ist. Und wir hoffen sehr, dass wir als Gesellschaft die tiefen Gräben der Feindseligkeit und Frustration, die in den letzten Jahren entstanden sind, überwinden können und wieder mehr zueinander finden.

Woran arbeitet ihr mit der Band gerade? Wir haben vor ein paar Wochen unser Crowdfunding endgültig abschließen und allen Supporter*innen ihre Dankeschöns schicken können. Jetzt sind wir gerade dabei, uns neu zu sortieren und zu überlegen, was wir dieses Jahr neben Konzerten noch so in Angriff nehmen wollen. Da schwirren auch schon einige Ideen in unseren Köpfen herum, die es nun zu konkretisieren gilt.

Seid ihr mal in Mitteldeutschland zu sehen? Ja, auf jeden Fall. Für den Sommer sind schon ein paar Sachen geplant, unter anderem in Halle und Dresden. Wer sich dafür interessiert und gerne mehr Infos haben möchte, der sollte uns am besten bei Instagram oder Facebook abonnieren oder ab und zu auf unserer Webseite vorbeischauen. Da werden wir rechtzeitig über Konzerte informieren!

Lieber Claudius, vielen Dank für das Interview.

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9 am – Visit the Red Square 

Christmas market on Red Square

The first thing that every tourist should do by default is visit the very heart of Moscow – it’s main and most beautiful (which ‘krasnaya’ actually meant in Old Russian) square! 

There are several ways to explore it:

• Take a selfie with Spasskaya Tower
• Have a warm drink at the Christmas market (which lasts until mid-January)
• Visit Lenin’s Mausoleum
• Shop in the gorgeous adjacent GUM department store
• Visit St. Basil’s Cathedral (and learn that it’s actually several churches under one roof).           

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Inside the Moscow Kremlin

Entering the Kremlin is, actually, a bit of a quest, as it’s a presidential facility with no general access. You need to buy a ticket or, better still, book a guided tour. Inside the Kremlin’s walls, you will find ancient cathedrals, in which Russian tsars used to be crowned and buried, as well as explore the magnificent architecture of the Kremlin that reflects the rich history of the country. And, finally, you could also make a quick visit to the Moscow Kremlin Museums and admire artifacts from various Russian tsarist eras: carriages, thrones, crowns and the most incredible armory and jewelry. 

For more information, visit the official website of the Kremlin . It’s open from 10 am to 5 pm (and it’s closed on Thursdays) in winter.

2 pm – Watch the changing of the Guard

The honor guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

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3 pm – Enjoy a green oasis just in the center

Florarium in Zaryadye

Just a few steps from the Red Square, you will find the fabulous Zaryadye park. Opened in 2017, it is designed by renowned American architect bureau ‘Diller Scofidio + Renfro’. You can walk among the very cozy botanical decorations and explore Russia’s climate zones, as each of them is represented in dedicated areas, complete with flora from those zones.

The floating bridge in Zaryadye Park

The park also has an underground museum, an “ice cave” and a 3D cinema, where you can take part in a virtual adventure – a flight over Moscow! However, the piece de resistance is a floating boomerang bridge over the Moskva River, one of the best places to take a selfie.

You can also grab a quick lunch or relax with a cup of coffee or tea in the park.

7 pm – Arrange a ballet night

The Bolshoi Theater

Of course, the most fancy way to finish your day in Moscow would be to go to the ballet at the Bolshoi Theater (in a perfect world, to see ‘The Nutcracker’!). However, getting tickets to the Bolshoi is not an easy task and should be done well in advance of your visit. 

But, don’t be upset if you don’t manage to get tickets to the Bolshoi. Moscow has dozens of other options to see a ballet (or opera). No less brilliant performances can be seen in the Stanislavsky and Nemirovich-Danchenko Music Theater or in The State Kremlin Palace (by the way, this is another way to get a quick glimpse inside the Kremlin!).

10:30 pm – Have a late dinner in a fancy restaurant

Dr Zhivago restaurant

There are not so many other cities with such a big choice of restaurants in a range of tastes and styles. In 2021, the authoritative Michelin guide announced their pick of the best of Moscow’s restaurants. And here’s our guide to all the places with Russian cuisine for any budget. But, if you happen to be in the area of the Bolshoi or Nemirovich-Danchenko Theater, then ‘Dr. Zhivago’ would definitely be a nice option (and it’s open around the clock).

DAY 2 

9 am – grab a moscow coffee.

Winter festivities mood in Moscow

Moscow is definitely a coffee city! You can find coffee shops on every corner and they all offer a huge range of drinks. Try a ‘raf’ coffee, a sweet, creamy drink that was created in Russia, or dare to pick one of the very unusual offers, like cheese coffee or a Soviet candy style one (check out our coffee guide here ).

10 am – Take a river cruise

Winter boating along the Moskva River

Another exciting way to explore Moscow is to observe it from the water. Boats cruise along the Moskva River all year round. Most begin their route from the Hotel Ukraine, one of Stalin's ‘Seven Sister’ skyscrapers, and will bring you back to the same spot after passing the medieval Novodevichy Convent, Moscow State University and Luzhniki Stadium, the Cathedral of Christ the Saviour and giant monument to Peter the Great and many other sightseeings. 

It’s always at optimum temperature inside the boat, which also has huge panoramic windows. Select boats also offer a full dining experience, so it is also a nice place to have breakfast or lunch.

If you are not a water person, then discover other, unusual sides of Moscow – pick one of the activities we’ve prepared for you here ! 

1 pm – Visit ‘Russia’ Expo and taste a bunch of Russian regional cuisines

Russia Expo at VDNKh

Until April 2024, the Soviet-era VDNKh exhibition park is hosting the huge ‘Russia’ expo, with tons of activities and expositions devoted to Russia, its culture, science and nature. Check out our special guide on what to do there!  

An entire ‘House of Russian Cuisine’ has been opened at the expo. You will find 15 food stands with flagship dishes from Kamchatka, Siberia, Karelia and other regions of Russia. Imagine trying a range of cuisines and dishes in one place without even having to travel anywhere, be it Altai pelmeni, Tula kalach or Caucasian pies! A perfect place to grab some lunch.

House of Russian cuisines at VDNKh

The VDNKh exhibition park is a great place to visit, in general! Its pavilions are the perfect example of Stalinit Empire style architecture and you can almost feel as if you’ve traveled back in time! You will also find several interesting museums in the park – devoted to space exploration, Russian history and even a ‘Special Purpose Garage’, which showcases the various vehicles used by the country’s leaders. 

'Sun of Moscow' wheel

And, finally, you can ride Europe's tallest panoramic wheel – ‘Sun of Moscow’ – that will give you panoramic views of the city – from a height of 140 meters!

5 pm – Ice skate with view & mulled wine

Ice skating rink on Red Square (GUM department store on the background)

Ice skating is one of the most popular and affordable activities in Moscow. There are several great ice skating rinks in picturesque locations that are open all winter long. One of the biggest rinks in Europe is also at the aforementioned VDNKh or you can visit the one in Gorky Park, another very popular Moscow spot, or the small, but fancy rink – right on Red Square! 

All the parks offer ice skate rental, so the only things you need are warm clothes, a charged phone to record your memories and a good mood!  Moscow also gets dark at 4:30 pm in winter and hundreds of lights are switched on, turning the city into a giant fairy tale! 

A mulled wine with a view

And, if you are not a sports person, we’ve picked several other unusual activities that you could do in Moscow instead. For example, did you know that there is an entire district of dacha (countryside) houses, just 10 minutes from the center, surrounded by giant new highrises? How about taking a stroll there and feeling the early Soviet atmosphere?

8 pm – Warm up & laugh out loud

After all these outdoor activities, what could be better than a warm cozy bar with a hot drink and nice company? Moscow is a city full of entertainment for all tastes. So, if you know the Russian language or want to practice it, go to a theater or catch a stand-up comedy show. Moscow even has comedy shows in English, where you can hear both Russians speaking fluent English or foreigners (including Brits and Americans) who live in Russia speaking in broken or heavily-accented Russian (Check their show dates on the ‘ Moscow English Comedy ’ Telegram channel)!

11 pm – Finish by partying the night away!

Propaganda club in Moscow

Moscow never sleeps, as you might have heard. Which means there are plenty of bars and nightclubs where you can have a drink (or two or three; be sure to check out how Russians make Black Russian and White Russian cocktails) and chat with incredibly different people. Have fun and don’t miss your flight (or miss it and stay longer in the best city in the world!)!

That's it! See you soon in Moscow

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CBS News Plans Streaming Overhaul With New ‘Whip-Around’ Program

By Brian Steinberg

Brian Steinberg

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CBS News is ready to launch a new salvo in TV’s streaming wars .

With many of its rivals bolstering their streaming offerings in recent months, CBS News plans to broaden its efforts by debuting a new signature “whip-around” live-streamed program, “CBS News 24/7” that will rely on journalists both from the national news outlet as well as from CBS local stations — and serve as the new name of the broadband outlet. CBS will also expand current streaming programs led by anchor John Dickerson and the CBS News Washington bureau and launch a 1 a.m. program called “CBS News Roundup” for late-night viewing.

The moves represent some of the most significant from McMahon, who was given sole oversight of CBS News, the company’s stations and its syndication business in August of last year. She is one of a group of business executives who have been handed the reins of news operations at traditional media companies, which are testing new strategies for their reliable newscasts in an era when viewers are dispersing to a panoply of new streaming options.

The idea is to broaden the reach for news while keeping costs down, and much of that is being made possible by marrying national news divisions with local newsrooms in place at various stations the media conglomerates own. Disney recently placed news and stations under a single executive, Debra OConnell, while NBCUniversal has set Cesar Conde over NBC News, local stations and the Spanish-language Telemundo outlet.

As the 2024 election draws near, CBS News plans to beef up its domestic operations, including the placement of personnel in some regions where it has not previously maintained a presence. Some cities that could be included are Cleveland, Des Moines, San Antonio, Raleigh and Tampa. These potential “news hubs” will help CBS News respond more quickly to stories and bring to the surface perspectives from different parts of the U.,S.

Executives see the new “whip-around” format – which takes viewers to whatever seems most pressing or important – as the backbone of the service. The concept has already proven popular in sports, where the NFL RedZone cable network takes subscribers from one interesting play to the next across the league on any given in-season Sunday. NBC recently unveiled plans to use a “whip-around” concept as the backbone of its Olympics coverage on its Peacock streaming hub, in a new “Gold Zone” program hosted in part by “RedZone” anchor Scott Hanson.

CBS plans to use augmented and virtual-reality concepts during the live show, which will air in one-hour blocks. Anchors have not been publicly revealed.

Two programs already in place are set for expansion. “America Decides,” a weekday look at Washington news and politics , will expand to an hour from 30 minutes on April 22. John Dickerson’s early-evening “Primetime” newscast will expand to 90 minutes from an hour in weeks to come, and the show will be renamed “The Daily Report With John Dickerson.”

A new show focused on disinformation, “CBS News Confirmed,” will debut this summer. CBS News earlier on Tuesday said it had hired Melissa Mahtani, who had previously been a producer at CNN, as executive producer of a new “Confirmed” unit that seeks to identify and fight the spread of false stories, conspiracy theories and bad facts.

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