Dixie Chicks

The Dixie Chicks, now known as The Chicks, are an American country music band formed in 1989, consisting of sisters Martie Maguire and Emily Strayer, along with lead singer Natalie Maines. They gained fame for their blend of country, pop, and bluegrass music, with hits like "Wide Open Spaces" and "Not Ready to Make Nice." The group faced significant backlash in 2003 after Maines criticized President George W. Bush’s policies concerning the Iraq War, leading to protests against their music. Despite this, they have remained influential and critically acclaimed in the music industry.