Why Can’t We Leave Dead Musicians Alone? (There’s A Name For It)

“It’s called the ‘death effect’ and it’s the same for actors, authors and artists — whether it’s an increase in exposure or a supply-induced demand (no more painter, no more paintings), public hunger for a person’s work grows exponentially following their passing. When it comes to musicians, however, the situation has the added element of necromancy, a sort of pop culture-tinged resurrection.”