[MattPalmer1086]

That may be, but is the solution to get rid of what little protection they legally have?

[danielheath]

If it's not protecting them, and it's causing other harms?

[MattPalmer1086]

You would have to demonstrate that the harms far outweigh the goods for all works protected by copyright, not just the poor artists you mention.

Law is never perfect. I agree if it does more harm than good for most then it should be replaced.