They went from the the shithouse to the penthouse with five Grammies...record and song of the year along with best country album...
Musically perhaps, politically exactly the opposite. The latter I’m sure played a part in the decision.frankcastle said:I thought them winning was a reflection of how conservative the voting committee is.
Don said:The Dixie Chicks were the beneficiary of their popular (among the voters) public stance against Dubya. The fact that they won 'Country Album of the Year' when Maines said they were giving up on country and going for a more rock oriented sound is proof enough that the committee wanted to make a political statement.
And now you know why they won 5 Grammies.... the ultra-liberal arts community spooges all over itself at the idea of Natalie Maines giving the finger to George Bush, and she and the other chicklettes reaped the rewards.skypilot said:Wasn't a fan of their music until I heard about their politics.
Now I buy every CD.
That is a pretty crappy reason to become a fan of a band. I'm sure you can find a band whose political stance you like AND enjoy the music.skypilot said:Wasn't a fan of their music until I heard about their politics.
Now I buy every CD.
skypilot said:Wasn't a fan of their music until I heard about their politics.
Now I buy every CD.
but what would Jah Rule do?gdurham said:As Dave Chappelle said---why does everybody care so much about what the Dixie Chicks think? Its not as if they're political scientists or anything, just a bunch of bitches that can sing good. Stop worshiping celebrities so much.
You realize that all celebrities are aware of cameras, right? She was taking advantage of her photo op. Dont kid yourself, hardcore country hates the Chicks, and Reba is as "old country" as they get.Jamaica-luvr said:they showed a shot of Reba McIntyre applauding...and she was one of their most outspoken critics.
The Chicks were always a bit "edgy" for country music...what they lost in "redneck" support will be supplanted by a new audience.
I didn't mean to imply that Reba had changed her mind on the issue...of course she was aware of the camera...she was probably steaming...MuffinMuncher said:You realize that all celebrities are aware of cameras, right? She was taking advantage of her photo op. Dont kid yourself, hardcore country hates the Chicks, and Reba is as "old country" as they get.
And just an update for you... their "new audience" apparently doesnt buy CDs at the rate of their "old audience". Its just fashionable to support them now, nothing more.