NME - The Daily Download — In the latest MP3s and Streams installment, we've got a couple of exclusives for you from Marcus Foster and Crystal Fighters. In case you've missed out on Marcus Foster, let us get you up to speed. The 24-year-old London-based protege of Mumford An... more info

Guardian Music — Seven generations of Coppers have kept the spirit of traditional English folk singing alive, and created a cultural heritage for the likes of Mumford & Sons and the UnthanksIf you should find yourself somewhere in a field this summer listening to the... more info

Guardian Music — (Heavenly)This Seattle band managed to sell 10,000 copies of their self-funded debut, presumably by adding one part Fleet Foxes-type harmonies and rural concerns to four parts Mumford & Sons tambourine-bashing jollity. Rereleased with extra tracks, i... more info

Guardian Music — Ever since the arrival of Amy and Lily, female artists have been taking over the charts. Now, with the country's top five albums all by women, it appears their mission is accomplishedA curious symmetry took over the British album charts this weekend.... more info

Guardian Music — (Heavenly)Seattle's answer to Mumford & Sons call themselves "shamelessly happy", but their debut album is a reminder that sounding it isn't always a good thing. This is indie-folk at its most exuberant and though choruses swell and harmonies bloom i... more info

ContactMusic — Carey Mulligan is reportedly engaged to Mumford & Sons singer Marcus Mumford. The 'Never Let Me Go' actress - who was first spotted with the folk musician at an intimate concert in Nashville in February - was showing off her engagement ring to gue... more info

Guardian Music — Baldersby Park, TopcliffeSet in rural North Yorkshire countryside, the second Deer Shed festival has become one of the most family-friendly events. There are children everywhere, their families lured by the low (£59) ticket price and the prospect of... more info

Guardian Music — Though they lack the flaws that made Amy Winehouse so special, this lot should impress fans of old-school soulfulnessHometown: London.The lineup: Louise Hull, Bethan Gorman and Sara Templeman.The background: A young woman with a jet-black beehive, a ... more info

NME — Mumford & Sons protege sets September release date for 'Nameless Path' more info

Guardian Music — (Southern Crossroads)Perfect timing isn't Danny George Wilson's strong suit. His first band, Grand Drive, specialised in heartfelt Americana before it became fashionable. Danny and the Champions of the World's 2008 debut unveiled lap steel guitars an... more info