Another workaround for you...
Split your view into two, by rows:
View > Split View > Show 2 Views
View > Split View > Rows
Now, re-size the bottom row as small as you want. In that view, show a panes view scheme that includes Albums, Album Artist (auto) (or Album Artist or Artist, to your needs), Names, and whatever else you want stats for. The All ... entries for each column are your totals.
Alternatively,
View > Split View > Rows
and use a view scheme that displays panes on the left.
Either of these can be really useful, as you can have panes and a file list in one view, and panes and thumbnails in another for the best of both words.
Now, you can lock that view:
View > Split View > Lock View 2
and your stats will remain at the bottom. It is a little less elegant, but might be ok for now...
Ask if you need help/screenshots.