All Songs Considered

Whatever it is, it's most likely Justin Bieber's fault, right? Courtesy of the artist hide caption

You can tell they both studied lyric sheets before picking their song. iStockphoto.com hide caption

When you've got young kids, you've got to take every opportunity to listen. iStockphoto.com hide caption

The National's Matt Berninger (left) has a new band called EL VY. Should fans of his old project fear the new one? Courtesy of the artist hide caption

Just look at those tall dudes in the front, waving their arms. Crouch down! iStockphoto.com hide caption

Look, she did such a great job picking music that they don't even need to keep their eyes on the road! Monkey Business Images/iStockphoto.com hide caption

While your kids are still impressionable, you can make them listen to anything. iStockphoto.com hide caption

Will we remember Taylor Swift in 20 years? Well, we've already remembered her for at least nine... Courtesy of the artist hide caption

What's a ferris-wheel ride without the sweet sounds of REO Speedwagon? Uglinica/iStockphoto.com hide caption

One letter-writer's nightmare scenario. Shaun Lowe/iStockphoto.com hide caption

It's easy to imagine music standing between life and death. Vladimir Vitek/iStockphoto.com hide caption

Leave Nickelback alone! Courtesy of the artist hide caption

Tipping is customary for good service. iStockphoto.com hide caption

Even Robert Johnson was synthesizing old ideas in new ways. Courtesy of the artist hide caption

Even if you're missing SXSW, lots of people are taking pictures of it for you. Adam Kissick for NPR hide caption

Jeez, people. The guy with the acoustic guitar is trying to perform right behind you. Get a room, would you? iStockphoto.com hide caption

When it seems like every song on earth is about love or its absence, the heartsick need a strategy. iStockphoto.com hide caption

Music isn't for everyone. Cristian Casanelles/iStockphoto hide caption

Is Yngwie Malmsteen too good at playing guitar for his own good? Courtesy of the artist hide caption

"I just love this music. Is this Nurse With Wound's collaborative album with Current 93?" iStockphoto.com hide caption

Can you be too old for rock 'n' roll? iStockphoto hide caption