The Chicks (fka Dixie Chicks)'s 2017 Concert History

The Chicks is a country music trio that formed in Dallas, Texas in 1989. Since 1995, the line-up has consisted of Emily Strayer, her sister Martie Maguire, and Natalie Maines. Initially, the trio called themselves "Dixie Chicks" but changed their name to "The Chicks" on June 25, 2020, citing negative connotations between the word "Dixie" and American Slavery. Shortly thereafter, The Chicks released the single "March, March" in honor of multiple social justice movements. This was not the first time the trio used their platform for political activism. In 2003, The Chicks were blacklisted from thousands of country radio stations across the United States when they refused to support the US-led invasion of Iraq and expressed criticism of fellow Texan then-President George W. Bush. Some of The Chicks' most popular songs include "Wide Open Spaces," "Cowboy Take Me Away," "Gaslighter," "Travelin' Soldier," and it's cover of Fleetwood Mac's "Landslide" among many others.

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Apr 18, 2017
The Chicks / Smooth Hound Smith
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Budweiser Gardens London, Ontario, Canada
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Apr 17, 2017
The Chicks / Smooth Hound Smith
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FirstOntario Centre Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
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Apr 15, 2017
The Chicks / Smooth Hound Smith

DCX MMXVI

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Bell Centre Montréal, Québec, Canada
Apr 14, 2017
The Chicks / Smooth Hound Smith
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Canadian Tire Centre Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Apr 08, 2017
Dixie Chicks / Kaylee Bell / Avalanche City / Badger

Mission Estate Winery Concert

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Mission Estate Winery Napier City, Hawke's Bay, New Zealand
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Apr 05, 2017
The Chicks / Avalanche City
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RAC Arena Perth, Western Australia, Australia
Apr 02, 2017
The Chicks / Avalanche City
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Rod Laver Arena Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Apr 01, 2017
Dixie Chicks / Avalanche City
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Rod Laver Arena Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Mar 30, 2017
The Chicks / Avalanche City
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Aware Super Theatre Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Mar 29, 2017
The Chicks / Avalanche City Qudos Bank Arena Sydney Olympic Park, New South Wales, Australia
Mar 26, 2017
CMC Rocks QLD
"CMC Rocks QLD" / The Chicks / Charles Esten / Lee Kernaghan / Ward Thomas / Craig Campbell / Drew Baldridge / The Shires / Caitlyn Shadbolt / Michael Ray / Deep Creek Road / Jasmine Rae
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Willowbank Raceway Ipswich, Queensland, Australia
Mar 25, 2017
The Chicks / Avalanche City
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Brisbane Entertainment Centre Boondall, Queensland, Australia

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Dixie Chicks / Kaylee Bell / Avalanche City / Badger on Apr 8, 2017 [274-small]

Dixie Chicks / Kaylee Bell / Avalanche City / Badger
Apr 8, 2017
 Napier City, Hawke's Bay, New Zealand
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Dixie Chicks / Kaylee Bell / Avalanche City / Badger on Apr 8, 2017 [276-small]

Dixie Chicks / Kaylee Bell / Avalanche City / Badger
Apr 8, 2017
 Napier City, Hawke's Bay, New Zealand
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The Chicks / Avalanche City on Apr 2, 2017 [120-small]

The Chicks / Avalanche City
Apr 2, 2017
 Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)


Who were the Dixie Chicks?

The Dixie Chicks were an American country music group from Texas was formed in 1989 by sisters Martie Maquire and Emily Strayer, whose birth surname was Erwin. They were joined by Laura Lynch on upright bass and Robin Lynn Macy on vocals and guitar.

Lynch became the lead vocalist when Macy left in 1992 but was ultimately replaced by Natalie Maines in 1995.

The band changed their name to "the Chicks" in 2020, dumping the word "Dixie."

Why did the Dixie Chicks change their name to the Chicks?

The band changed their name to the Chicks because the word "Dixie" refers to the American Mason Dixon line which is historically the Civil-war era South. Thus, for many, the word "Dixie" still has terrible ties to an age of slavery and white supremacy, a connection that the Chicks do not want to be a part of anymore.

The Chicks aren’t the only country group distancing themselves from the South’s ugly past. Lady A was formerly known as "Lady Antebellum," but changed the name due to racist connotations associated with the word "Antebellum."

Similarly, Dolly Parton dropped the word "Dixie" from her "Dixie Stampede," a Civil-war themed attraction with two locations in former Confederate states (Tennessee and Missouri). She now calls it "Dolly Parton’s Stampede".

Where are the Dixie Chicks from?

The Dixie Chicks hail from Dallas, Texas, and began their career performing on a Dallas street corner.

Why were the Dixie Chicks blacklisted from country radio stations in 2003?

The Dixie Chicks were blacklisted in 2003 due to comments made by lead singer, Natalie Maines, in which she criticized President George W. Bush and the allied invasion of Iraq.

What did the Dixie Chicks say about former President George W. Bush?

The Dixie Chicks were in clear opposition to the President's invasion of Iraq and publicly stated that they were ashamed to hail from the same state (Texas) as former President George W. Bush.

How old are the Dixie Chicks?

The Dixie Chicks began their band career in 1989 with the members born between the late 1960s and early 1970s:

  • Natalie Maines, the band's lead singer since 1995, was born October 14, 1974 and is 49 years old.
  • Martie Macguire, vocalist and instrumentalist since 1990, was born October 12, 1969, and is 54 years old.
  • Emily Strayer, the band's other vocalist and instrumentalist since 1990, was born on August 16, 1972 and is 51 years old.

When was the song "Goodbye Earl" released?

"Goodbye Earl" was released on February 28, 2000. The song lyrics were considered controversial due to violent themes involving domestic abuse and murder. Some radio stations refused to play the song altogether while others were cautious about when they would air it.

What Fleetwood Mac song does The Dixie Chicks cover?

The Dixie Chicks released a cover of Fleetwood Mac's popular song "Landslide" on August 26, 2002. It was featured on their 2002 Home album, which won Best Country Album at the Grammys in 2003.

When did the Dixie Chicks release the Wide Open Spaces album?

Wide Open Spaces was released in August 1998. The album won Best Country Album at the Grammys in 2000.

The titular "Wide Open Spaces" was one of the most popular songs from the album, hitting number one on the U.S. Country charts, and spending four weeks there.

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How many concerts has The Chicks (fka Dixie Chicks) had?

The Chicks (fka Dixie Chicks) has had 537 concerts.

What genre is The Chicks (fka Dixie Chicks)?

The Chicks (fka Dixie Chicks) is most often considered to be Pop, Folk, Pop Rock, Female Vocalists, Country, Rock And Roll, Contemporary Country, Bluegrass, Country Pop, Alternative Country, Progressive Bluegrass, Doo-Wop, Contemporary Folk, Country Dawn, Southern Gospel, Traditional Country, New Orleans Jazz, Dixieland, Classic Girl Group, and Neo-Traditional Country.

When was the last The Chicks (fka Dixie Chicks) concert?

The last The Chicks (fka Dixie Chicks) concert was on October 31, 2023 at Wolfbrook Arena in Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand. The bands that performed were: The Chicks (fka Dixie Chicks) / Elle King.

What setlist does The Chicks (fka Dixie Chicks) play live?

The songs that The Chicks (fka Dixie Chicks) performs live vary, but here's the latest setlist that we have from the October 14, 2022 concert at Zilker Metropolitan Park in Austin, Texas, United States:

  1. Sin Wagon
  2. Gaslighter
  3. Texas Man
  4. Julianna Calm Down
  5. The Long Way Around
  6. My Best Friend’s Weddings
  7. Sleep at Night
  8. Ready to Run
  9. Travelin' Soldier
  10. Wide Open Spaces
  11. Tights on My Boat
  12. Lubbock or Leave It
  13. Cowboy Take Me Away
  14. Long Time Gone
  15. Landslide
  16. Truth #2
  17. March March
  18. For Her
  19. Everybody Loves You
  20. White Trash Wedding
  21. Not Ready to Make Nice
  22. Goodbye Earl

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