Dixie Chicks banned again?

Reality Mon, Apr 28, 2008 at 01:13 AM EST

Dixie Chicks have been proven to be 100% correct. 19% of the country are still idiots and Bushites.

robbie bratcher Fri, Nov 30, 2007 at 04:01 AM EST

they have gone too far bunch no goods
i love the usa and if the dixie chicks
hate this country then they can just
go somewere else

David Thu, Nov 15, 2007 at 05:04 AM EST

The Dixie Chicks were one of my favorite female recording artists right up until the moment they said what they did about President Bush! That was an attack on my country and threfore, an attack on me! They are fantastic musicians and I would never attempt to dispute that however, they are also (in my opinion) traitors to these United States and that makes them my (our) enemy! While free-speech is our nationally given right, one is expected to exercise that right in a responsible manner and with discretion ... the Dixie Chicks behaved irresponsibly and with no discretion whatsoever. You don't yell "FIRE" in a crowded movie theater and you DON'T bash your own nations leaders in public, especially in a foreign nation! Entertainers are just that ... ENTERTAINERS! They are NOT politicians, they cannot and do not speak for me OR the nation and for them to presume to have the power to do so was extremely arrogant and selfish of them! They challenged their home nation and lost.

Amanda Fri, Sep 14, 2007 at 12:34 PM EST

JUST FYI- I do not accuse the Chicks of calling Bush a terrorist. That comment was to Krista.

Amanda Fri, Sep 14, 2007 at 12:22 PM EST

I am so over the Chicks. I was a big supporter of them for years. They have the right to say whatever they want. I in turn have the right to stop listening to their music and buying their CD's. Why does that make me the bad guy? Why am I the one "turning my back on them"? I happen to think that by saying what they have said about our president and our country (on foreign soil no less), that they have turn their back on me and what I believe in. And they show no remorse. They only seem more energized to slam the president and our country more.

I can't believe that anyone would call our president a terrorist. You may not agree with his policies, but to resort to name calling- GROW UP!!!

Krista Mon, Sep 10, 2007 at 10:41 AM EST

Aren't the troops over there fighting for our right to be "free?" Which includes speaking your mind. All these people criticized the Dixie chicks for saying they were ashamed that Bush was from Texas but doesn't he now have the lowest approval rating of a president EVER??? We are now in the middle of a civil war over oil that we can't get out of. 80% of the world hates America thanks to our fine leader. Bush talks about terrorists and if you ask me he is the biggest terrorist of all. This war was based on greed, not protecting our country. Millions of people have died fighting over oil for an oil tycoon. Are we proud of our president now?

brittany Fri, May 25, 2007 at 04:19 PM EST

well i dont know about you but i think the dixie chicks freking rocked bush's sox!!!!!!!JK!!!!!!anyway i dont kno what they even said can sombody tell me!!!!!!!!!they do have a right to speak their minds and noone has the right to tell them they are wrong!!!!!!!!!

Just Curious Thu, Apr 19, 2007 at 06:05 PM EST

What's Canada doing for the people of Rwanda and Darfur?

Woodruff (Canada) Mon, Apr 16, 2007 at 11:16 PM EST

I think that the Dixie Chicks should be proud of themseleves for voicing their opinion. The USA say they have freedom of speech yet they condem people who do, when they don't like what there saying. The USA needs to focus on more important matters like the 3 million people who were slaughtered in Rhawanda or use some of the media publicity to inform the world on what's happening currently in Darfur. It's upsetting that US citizens focus on such petty things. We should all be working together to better the world and mankind. So much anger only breeds more anger and never helps anyone. Unfortunately the US voted for the worst president ever therefore the rest of the world has to suffer until he gets out of office. I would personally love to watch "Shut up and Sing" because they have great musical talent.

George Wootton Sun, Apr 1, 2007 at 01:40 PM EST

America is a funny country. Land of the free, home of the brave? This is supposed to be the land of freedom and bravery of free thought, not just freedom between a couple of choices set by the administration and home of the brave enough to beat you up if you are pro peace or pro freedom of thought. The militant closeminded response to Natalie, Emily, and Martie demonstrates neither freedom nor bravery. Those who profess such anger are looking for the comfort of living in a place where everyone must say and believe the same thing. Sounds like Saddam's Iraq. It is not only the Dickie Chicks right, but all of our responsibilities to speak out against injustice. Thank you to the Chicks for being role models our country sorely needs, for being consistent in a world of inconsistency, and for being wonderful musicians. I am a new and from now on fan.

Tairah Tue, Mar 20, 2007 at 02:00 AM EST

I cant get over how many people cannot just leave them alone.If you hate them sooo much why do you keep posting these harsh comments?Bush is a lier How many peoples lives has he taken.families he has split up & killed its not right how would you feel if your husband or son was taken to war and died there? would you still like him.I am 100% with Dixie Chicks, im glad someone spoke out maybe it opened the eyes of some people.These girls are talented and they deserve respect,alot more then they have gotten in the last 3 years.Its not like she called him any harsh names she just said she was ashamed.she can say that, people say it all the time. they never get people wanting to kill them for it.i bet 95% of you people saying mean things about them would never say it to their faces. hint* people can disagree its not a crime.if you want to trash talk me go ahead we all know if you trash the DCX youll trash someone you will never meet its easy to say mean things behind the comp right? DXC ROCK

Dr BLT Fri, Feb 23, 2007 at 09:04 AM EST

I hate to rain on the parade of the Dixie Chicks, but...

Merle Hasn't Lost His Fightin' Side
Dr BLT (c)2007
http://www.drblt.net/music/MerleVeryLast.mp3

and they're

Not Ready to Make Rice
Dr BLT (c) 2007
http://www.drblt.net/music/MakeRice.mp3

June Wed, Feb 14, 2007 at 02:36 AM EST

Those same Grammy Awards folks who voted for the Dixie Chicks, presumably with their anti-war sentiments and extolling the virtues of so-called 'freedom/protest' speech also voted for artists that denigrate women, glamorize sex, violence etc. Supposedly these are 'avant garde' ideals too! In reality, the vote is a true reflection of the industry's values. But in the end, what really matters is the bottom line ($$$). And the bottom line is that country music fans won't buy Dixie Chicks no more! Good luck and goodbye Ditzy Chicks

Aileen (Canada) Fri, Nov 17, 2006 at 01:36 PM EST

I am from Canada and can't believe the pettiness of Americans. Obviously the comment Natalie made was correct. Just look at the results of the election. It is now democratic!!!!!!! The USA has always had an
arrogance about them that they are the best in the World. Well they are not!!!!!! So what she made a comment about Bush....everyone is entitled to their opinion. This is what is called Free Speech!!!!! Has the US Government been condemed for their comments or their actions? I never once saw or heard the people of the USA make a huge stink, like they did with Natalie's comment, over the delayed reaction of supplying help to the people of Hurricane Katrina. Was Bush raked over the coals for that one by the American people...NO!!!!!! The American people should get off their high horses and start dealing with issues that are more important than a person speaking her mind. In Canada we have free speech and are proud to be fans of the Dixie Chicks!!!! We would welcome them and any comments they want to make with open arms!!! Last but not least.....Grow Up America!!!!!!!!!

Acacia Wed, Nov 15, 2006 at 11:31 AM EST

What a fair worl we live in.

"The obnoxiously gung-ho country singer Toby Keith (who, in the wake of 9/11, scored a country number one with an offensive record called Courtesy of the Red, White and Blue (The Angry American), which threatened "we'll put a boot in your ass, it's the American way", launched his own anti-Chicks crusade. His shows now feature a backdrop depicting Maines and Saddam Hussein as lovers. Another image has her face superimposed on the body of a toad.

In conservative country-music circles, Keith's crude attacks have gone uncriticised. But Maines faced a fresh backlash when she responded by turning up to a country music awards ceremony wearing a T-shirt bearing the slogan: "f.u.t.k." Taken from the Guardian website.

How fair that Toby Keith can do what he wants and say what he wants but when the Dixie Chicks did all hell did break lose. I wonder if all of you who are so rushed to make a comment here or on any other blog acctually heard the entire comment that Natalie made back in 2003. She said they support the troops they just did not support the war, violence or Bush.

Lisa Tue, Nov 14, 2006 at 03:21 PM EST

There is truely something wrong with the world when someone posts this kind of comment:

"I wish they would just go home and give up.
We realy don't want to hear talking or singing them they let big mess up and we don't to here any more.

Lisa | Oct 27, 2006 6:24:30 PM"

What wonderful spelling and grammer! I can't even understand that!
If you want to be taken seriously then brush up on your english.

What I don't understand is that the comment Natalie made was never completely aired. She spoke much more than what the world grabbed on to and aired over and over. Don't ever think that the media is not one sided they air what they want you to see which is not always the exact truth.

I was a Chicks fan long before the comment and will always be a fan. A vocal range and talent like that is something to be admired. Who cares what she said (even though she was right) Bush is an idiot.

Jan Tue, Nov 7, 2006 at 11:29 AM EST

I was a Dixie Chicks fan prior to their comments regarding President Bush and their subsequent obnoxious behavior. They are entitled to say whatever they want whenever they want - I am entitled to allow what they say and do to influence my opinion of them.

Apparently it really bugs the Dixie Chicks that country music fans rejected them. How great for them that they have the funds and connections to get a Docudrama made to voice their version of reality to exercise their demons and vent their spleen. How great for me that I don't have to go watch their movie.

malia Mon, Oct 30, 2006 at 02:02 PM EST

Love their music, but ain't buying it anymore....what upsets me is that 'she said IT' in Europe...how stupid is that. When u go to another country, u r a reflection of America, u represent america. I don't care what u're political views r...just shut up when u go to another country. Just by saying what she did, she also hurt the other two singers...their not going to say anything against her tho, but u know what their thinking n feeling (the two more mature ones). All she thought about was herself...stupid B****!! Similar case to Tom Cruise who use to be top ten here in America n now is #678 n got fired also. His last movie did well out of the country but not here in America. I'm glad the network(s) r refusing to do the ads. If i remember correctly, we were in the Korean war for 50 years. The civil war here in america killed more people than all the wars we fought in put together...thousands n thousands.

Greg Mon, Oct 30, 2006 at 02:01 PM EST

Lisa. Thank you for posting. You are a fine representative of those who share your opinion.

Marc Mon, Oct 30, 2006 at 09:14 AM EST

Dixie Chicks Rules!!! Bush Sucks!!! Keep on speaking Chicks!!!

Cari Lee Sun, Oct 29, 2006 at 08:40 PM EST

It's a very sad, sad, sad day when our media exec's decide to censor media buys based on political opinions. Last I checked, we were a free country with free speech, obviously I'm mistaken and we are much more like the "evil" North Korea and Iran. Their media is censored just like ours is!

Rick Sun, Oct 29, 2006 at 03:04 AM EST

The Dixie Chicks reveal their own arrogance. Bush graciously says they shouldn't be harmed and they use his remarks as yet another opportunity to belittle him. Typical liberal stance.

Dre Sat, Oct 28, 2006 at 01:33 PM EST

I'm not a Dixie Chicks fan, and they can say whatever they want about the president - I don't care. I just think it's kind of funny and sad that this 3 year old controversy is the only thing keeping their career alive. How many posters on this board alone have said that they became Dixie Chicks fans AFTER Natalie Maines made her anti-Bush comment? I think those are the only fans they have anymore. I think if Dixie Chicks had never said a word about the president, they would have fallen off the musical radar by now. This silly 3 year old controversy is the only thing keeping them from obscurity. Every time the Chicks want some media attention they bring it up again and cry about how it hurt their career, followed by congratulating themselves for not backing down. Sad.

Ernest Fri, Oct 27, 2006 at 11:36 PM EST

The Dixie Chicks have made the best album of the year with the masterpiece that is TAKING THE LONG WAY and in spite of three years of hatred towards them they came back and proved the naysayers wrong...they are in charge of their career and got international success too. It is a shame to see those idiots saying "Screw Em" on the documentary but well that's America for you people.Freedom of speech is a trasure American thing only when others around one agree with the statement if not you are a traitor , a slut and a communist.YUCK! GO CHICKS YOU RULES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Karen Fri, Oct 27, 2006 at 11:18 PM EST

I love the Dixie Chicks. So you can imagine how distressed I was when I heard they had to cancel their current tour due to low ticket sales!!!!!! So upsetting! If I had money, I'd personally buy out every single one of their concerts. Okay, so I'm not a huge George Bush fan so I support them for that reason. But isn't this the land of the free where free speech is one of the most important of our rights? Last I checked it was. I just don't get why a personal comment at their own concert has caused so many people to turn against them. It's not like they were at some political concert on national television or performing at the White House and insulted the man to his face. It's ridiculous, really. I've learned they are going to tour overseas for now and I hope they have more luck. Everyone hates Bush over there so they should be fine. Here's hoping!

aron Fri, Oct 27, 2006 at 07:03 PM EST

NBC are such wimps! First they edit Madonna's concert for November, when it will be shown in its entirety in other countries around the world, now this? Why are Americans so easily offended/sensitive to this stuff? This is so not a good sign!

Soon this will be the land of the SO NOT free...

mark Fri, Oct 27, 2006 at 06:38 PM EST

when will american learn that what our service men and woman are fighting for over the war that mr bush started.. it is the freedom to speak their minds . i never see anyone get upset when mr bush or any other rock groups or county acts singing songs and making money of the death of our fine military personel

Grace Fri, Oct 27, 2006 at 05:34 PM EST

Texan, the Dixie Chicks nor anyone else exposed President Bush as a liar. Just because a bunch of liberals have called him a liar, doesn't make it true.

jen Fri, Oct 27, 2006 at 05:28 PM EST

I really don't understand all the hatred towards the Dixie Chicks. There are MANY other performers who speak out in their music politically and you don't see people running over their CD's with tractors. When did the US quit living on the idea that people could speak their minds. I would really hate the idea that I needed to shut my mouth and just sing, or whatever it is that you do for a living. First Madonna, now the Dixie Chicks. Hollywood liberal? Nope, just scared.

Lisa Fri, Oct 27, 2006 at 05:24 PM EST

I wish they would just go home and give up.
We realy don't want to hear talking or singing them they let big mess up and we don't to here any more.

Mozz Fri, Oct 27, 2006 at 05:04 PM EST

Before the incident, Dixie Chicks were barely on my radar. After the incident, I went out and bought every single c.d. Their latests is not just music, it is the most responsive piece of art I have heard this year. They're on my top ten list of Heroes, and nothing is going to budge them from it.

Rose Fri, Oct 27, 2006 at 04:09 PM EST

Personally, I never listened to the Dixie Chicks until they insulted Bush. After that I figured, hey, they've got taste, maybe their music is good too. I really enjoy them now!

Slammy Fri, Oct 27, 2006 at 03:50 PM EST

When are these dumb broads going to get the hint.

http://slam-cut.blogspot.com

Tanya Fri, Oct 27, 2006 at 03:39 PM EST

Networks have the right to chose [sic] which ads they will or will not accept, period. Freedom of speech + capitalism. That's what makes this such a great and unique country.

Joey Jo Jo Fri, Oct 27, 2006 at 03:10 PM EST

I used to work for Miramax publicity so I can honestly say that the Weinsteins love boycotts because it's free publicity. I remember when we had to do publicity for the movie "Priest" which was about a priest who was gay. I spent three days calling every minister in Los Angeles to invite them to go to a screening and a forum. The publicity machine was savoring the boycott that would ensue. I actually was proud of the ministers for not biting. Instead they ignored the bait and honestly, do any of you remember that movie? So are the Weinsteins indignant about having the Chicks' voices silenced? Hardly. They're hoping that we dumb schmucks will fall for it and will support the Chicks with box office success. Don't be their tool!

jane Fri, Oct 27, 2006 at 03:02 PM EST

Do the networks have the right to choose which ads they'll show based on the basis of politics. I'm going to say yes. They are not a public entity but are privately owned. As much as we'd like to think that the goal of the networks is to edify and entertain, their actual business is to make money. If they think that the Chicks or Madonna on a cross will make them lose viewers (which means a drop in ratings, which means a drop in ad dollars) then it seems to me that not having them on the air is a sound business decision. You can't fault them for trying to run their businesses with the idea of preserving their competitiveness.

Texan Fri, Oct 27, 2006 at 02:46 PM EST

The whole event was way blown out of proportion. The Dixie Chicks weren't showboating, but simply attempting to defend themselves. I am a Texan who never listened to their music until all this happened. The album is great. They took a chance expressing an opinion to their conservative fan base. But anyone who knows Natalie Maines, knows that that is what she does - no holds barred, says what's on her mind. It was an opinion. The foundation of America is based on opinion and political dissent. What if these type of reactionary tactics had been employed during the Nixon era? Would the President have never been exposed of lying simply because you were deemed 'unamerican' if you spoke out against the President? That's just stupid. They are a band.

JD Fri, Oct 27, 2006 at 02:30 PM EST

Well nd just call me a conservative hick because I 'used to' listen to their music and now I don't. I'll admit I'm southern and conservative. The republicans just love me and I love them. DIXIE CHICKS S U C K!

nd Fri, Oct 27, 2006 at 02:02 PM EST

Friday - does everyone who has a politcal opinion need to go on a politcal talk show to voice it? Not everyone with a political opinion needs to run for office. They are public figures and the comment was made the same week that we went to war in Iraq (good thing that mission was accomplished long ago and our troops have come hom...oh wait, nevermind). Everyone was voicing their opinions. I hardly see that as "showboating". The whole incident was blown out of proportion by the conservative hicks who (used to) listen to their music.

Miles Fri, Oct 27, 2006 at 01:54 PM EST

I don't think NBC should worry about alienating their viewers with this trailer. They've done that with their sucky new shows. (Heroes excluded of course.)

As far as the CW, I can't believe that new network has survived this far into the television season. I haven't returned to it, I used to watch Gilmore Girls and Veronica Mars, but everytime I switch to that channel, I am forced to watch some throw up looking green graphics, and I have to turn away. Hip color? how about channel changing inducer.

FLGrl Fri, Oct 27, 2006 at 01:45 PM EST

Networks have a right to choose whichever ads they want on whatever basis.
And CNN and NPR are reasonable in not airing Death of the President ads -- remember the original War of the Worlds fiasco?

Friday Fri, Oct 27, 2006 at 01:42 PM EST

It is the same as the Chicks music...if the networks air the commercials, they may find that some viewers no longer watch their shows. That the chance they'll have to take and sounds like each network will make their own decision. I like the Chick's music but I hate their whole showboating thing with their feelings about Bush. I've never heard them give any reasons why or backup their opinions...if they feel so strongly, why aren't they on the political opinion shows, or running for office?

Ed Fri, Oct 27, 2006 at 01:19 PM EST

Unfortunatly for the Dixie Chicks, they are being used as a tool for the democrats. When all is said and done and we (hopefully) get a democrat in office next voting season, the Dixie Chicks will be all but forgotten.
Demo's would have moved on and Rupublicans won't forget.

Sorry girls, enjoy this last venture into the spotlight because most likely it will be your last.

mike Fri, Oct 27, 2006 at 01:14 PM EST

The Weinsteins are the best at backing documentaries that no one wanted to see made. I'm not going to watch the trailer or see the movie. Not because they bash the worst president ever, but because they would try to sing.

Talking Moviezzz Fri, Oct 27, 2006 at 12:47 PM EST

I think the Weinstein's are getting more hype for the film from the alleged banning than if the ad aired.

Plus, it is free too.

Looks like they are continuing their marketing genius away from Miramax with their own company.

Matt Fri, Oct 27, 2006 at 12:17 PM EST

Free speech works both ways - the right to indulge yourself and force other people to listen to it (as long as you're on the left) and the right not to be the vehicle for other's communication.

sr Fri, Oct 27, 2006 at 12:11 PM EST

of COURSE a network has the right to refuse ads they deem inappropriate for their audience. do you think the LOGO network would accept an ad placed by the republican national committee? that river flows both ways.

Chris Willman Fri, Oct 27, 2006 at 11:14 AM EST

Methinks the Weinstein Co. did protest too much, or too soon: Just saw a commercial for the film on "Today."