A version of this essay was posted a few months back, but is certainly worth posting again in modified form given, finally, the publication of Sound Effect Infinity.

I’d guess most hardcore readers of what used to be called “science fiction” know that the book industry has decided to wrap fantasy and science fiction into a single package they’re calling “speculative fiction.” However, the music world is also attempting to lump smooth jazz and R&B into “neo soul,” so…

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