Nina Persson in article from the Guardian

The Guardian has published an article about the record industries struggles in the digital age.

Nina Persson is quoted in the article:

The IFPI report quotes Nina Persson, lead singer of the Cardigans and A Camp, saying: “It would be very difficult for me to have made a living just from live music. I would have to travel alone with a guitar and no band or crew to make that work.”

Check the article out, it’s very interesting.

USA Today lists Cardigans as top five cover songs

Ashe lists her top 5 UK male staples covered by female singers.

Cardigans with their cover of Iron Man come in at #4.

Katy Perry listening to The Cardigans

From MTV UK’s site

“I’ve been on a ’90s kick for a little bit. I’ve been listening to Hole, who are coming back… The Cardigans, Ace of Base.

R.I.P. Sparklehorse’s Mark Linkous

Rolling Stone is reporting that Mark Linkous has committed suicide. Prayers and thoughts to his family.