OBU - you are a man with a mission. As our personalities and our personal goals are reflected in the music we choose to write and/or perform, your mission is clear to your audience and your music mates. It may well be the case that your fellow musicians may have objected more to the zeal of your cause, then your cause itself. In short may not be the message your friends shy away from ... but your fire!

Best of luck rebounding from this situation, and I am sure you will!