I think this is a matter of perception. I feel like I've known quite a few small-time musicians, and I think I've only heard one express a desire for better DR

I think this is a matter of perception. I feel like I've known quite a few small-time musicians, and I think I've only heard one express a desire for better DRM. Obviously there are more, since presumably you and the people you know are examples, but I don't think those who desire better DRM are anywhere close to a majority. If anything, as stereotypical lower-income music lovers I find the minority who are familiar with the DRM express a desire (right or wrong) for greater access to free or low priced music, both for themselves and others worldwide. The general desire is to increase the ease with with those who love music can access it. Many wouldn't object to better DRM (if they knew what it was) but the emphasis would be on better modes of distribution with less economic discrimination.