Richard
I wouldn't put it past them. Their actions are now so disproportionately agressive, it wouldn't surprise me if more enlightened artists start asking themselves whether the recording 'industry', whilst hiding behind the skirts of 'Intellectual Property' is really acting in their best interests after all?
The next logical step in my mind would be for these artists to find a way to deal direct with the online distributors who are getting it right (Apple iTMS, OD2) and cut out altogether the greedy, litigious leeches who, in failing to understand the implications and vast opportunities afforded by digital technology, will almost certainly end up eating their own lunch.
Jx