First off, that is not what I would deem fair, so bias out of the way if a copyright infringer is legitimately ignorant then they deserve a second chance without repurcussions. Not so with false DMCA claims. It was never fun.
Oh man! I am a musician by trade (I like to treat it like a small business, which is why I read HN) and have performed at Four Courts in Arlington several times - great atmosphere, beer selection, and staff. Who doesn't love a thick Irish accent? In fact I'll be one city over later that night performing in Alexandria around 10pm. How long do these meetups last?
Are you saying Jefferson and Einstein are mainstream? That is clearly not the case. Their popularity is, but their actions were from from it. Hell, just LOOK at Einstein!