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

Guardian Music — Our secret columnist spoke to an A&R for his take on the workings of the music industry ... only to find him out of a jobTo present more than one point of view, this week I sent emails from an anonymous account in the hope of speaking to some industr... more info

NME - Festivals — It's the one festival of the summer that's guaranteed to leave pasty bands and fans alike sun-burnt, and the only festival you can go swimming in the sea at 4.30am at without getting hypothermia. Oh Benicassim, you really treated us this year with Th... more info

NME — Tame Impala and Spectrals also play more info

Guardian Music — Adele, Katy Perry and Lady Gaga lead first increase in record sales in seven years, according to Nielsen SoundScan figuresCheck the sky for flying pigs: US album sales are up. American industry experts report that for the first time since 2004, more ... more info

Guardian Music — Thanks to Adele, Mumford & Sons and Marsha Ambrosius topping the US charts, British artists now account for 12% of the global music marketWhile it's not been a good week for our tabloids, the British music industry has fared better. Virgin Media fina... more info