June has arrived. For those reading from Australia, Winter will be taking hold, but I am currently enjoying a British “Summer”. I use the term lightly as the temperature seems to be roughly the same. This month’s 7 tracks is honouring Glastonbury, one of the world’s most famous musical festivals; which this year is celebrating its 40th Anniversary. And this year I shall be in attendance! Here are some of the artists I will be trekking across acres to see. Move over Splendour, there’s a larger (hard to believe I know) and cheaper (if you don’t include airfare) festival muscling in - coverage to follow.

Monday – 1952 Vincent Black Lightning – Richard Thompson

It is troubling to me that Richard Thompson is as under-appreciated outside of the world of critics as he is. Rolling Stone magazine has placed him in the top 20 guitarists of all time, yet he is relatively unknown to a wider audience. This particular track highlights his great guitar work and the more macabre aspects of his lyrics. He has also been known to turn his hand to most types of music, from middle ages ballads to Britney Spears songs. His set should certainly be an interesting one then.

Tuesday – A New England – Billy Bragg

It wouldn’t be Glastonbury without Billy Bragg featuring somewhere, in some capacity on the line up. Well known for his politically charged lyrics and distinctive lyrics, Bragg really does cut the figure of a protest singer. No doubt following the recent election in the UK, he will have plenty to rally against when he takes the stage at Glastonbury. "A New England" is perhaps his best known song, and probably his most covered, most recently by Jamie T as well as Kate Nash.

Wednesday – Hearts and Minds – Seth Lakeman

Seth Lakeman again features in this month’s 7 Tracks with another new song of his yet to be released fifth album. With bands like Mumford & Sons coming to fore, it’s as good a time as any for Seth to break out into the mainstream. This is perhaps his most political album yet, moving away from the narrative and mythic to a much more contemporary outlook. Renowned for his intense live performances I expect that his set with be one of the highlights of the weekend.

Thursday – Best Friend – The Drums

The Drums have fast become the much touted next big thing, their debut album has not long been released and they are already taking their music worldwide (they will be playing Splendour and supporting Florence & The Machine on their upcoming Australian tour). Their album puts to bed the notion that they are simply a beach pop band. But there is no denying that they write great catchy songs. And by all accounts they put on a great live show, so I will be kicking myself if I miss them.

Friday – The Box – Johnny Flynn

Johnny Flynn is in a pretty good position; his brand of music is defiantly in vogue now with Mumford & Sons etc. bringing about a great demand for folk music. He is a seasoned performer, having toured with Laura Marling in the past. He is also a great songwriter, crafting music and lyrics of a maturity belying his youth, but that’s not too surprising from someone who lists Shakespeare and Yeats as influences. Some of you may even have noticed him in the music video for Lisa Mitchell’s Coin Laundry. Also for those interested, Johnny will be accompanying Laura Marling on her Australian tour in a couple of months time.

Saturday – Fool’s Gold – The Middle East

The Middle East will be jointly flying the Australian flag at Glastonbury this year, along with Empire of the Sun. I don’t know a whole lot about the Queenslanders, but am sufficiently intrigued by their description to feature them this month. So far the only song of theirs I have heard is "Fool’s Gold" which was simply beautiful; the vocal harmonies the understated instrumentation all came together to produce a real gem. Can’t wait to hear more from them at the festival, and plan to grab some of their records.

Watch: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Fn68WJzFJU

Sunday – Photosynthesis – Frank Turner

I think the video below says it all really. Frank Turner knows how to put on a show. He has become a stalwart of the UK festival scene over the last couple of years, so really he’s a seasoned veteran now and never disappoints. I will be fully expecting equally impassioned singing from both Frank and the audience. Also, there is the added bonus of some sort of collaboration between Frank and Billy Bragg - a protest folk lover’s idea of musical heaven no doubt.