394. The (Dixie) Chicks

They may have started out as a Bluegrass band, but they evolved into one of the most successful and controversial Country music bands of all time. They found new success when they added the Pop sound to their traditional Country and with deep thought provoking lyrics they were unique to both Country and Pop. Considering the political issues they faced in the past, and that they are group with conservative leaning tendencies, this is a band that is far from anything traditional in the Country world.

Should Dixie Chicks be in the Hall of Fame?

Definitely put them in! - 42.1%

Maybe, but others deserve it first. - 5.3%

Probably not, but it wouldn't be the end of the world. - 2.6%

No opinion. - 0%

No way! - 50%

The Bullet Points

Eligible Since: Monday, 01 January 2018
Country of Origin: U.S.A. (Dallas, TX)
Why they will get in: The fact that they were far from traditional works in their favor.
Why they won't get in: Country bands will always struggle here.
Essential Albums: Wide Open Spaces (1998)
Fly (1999)
Home (2002)
Taking the Long Way (2006)
Our Five Favorite Songs as Chosen by Each Member of the NIHOF Committee: Wide Open Spaces (From Wide Open Spaces, 1998)
Ready to Run (From Fly, 1999)
Goodbye Earl (From Fly, 1999)
Travelin; Soldier (From Home, 2002)
Not Ready to Make Nice (From Taking the Long Way, 2006)