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The Chicks Postpone Los Angeles Concert Hours Before Showtime Due to Illness
The Chicks postponed their Los Angeles concert on Monday, 2 November, just hours before the Dolby Theatre was due to open, citing illness. The show has been rescheduled for Wednesday, 4 November; the late change disrupted plans for some fans who had travelled long distances, including from Canada.
Existing tickets will be honoured on the new date, while those unable to attend can request refunds from their point of purchase. The concert is part of the group’s Taking the Long Way 20th anniversary tour. The album reflected the backlash after Natalie Maines criticised President George W. Bush and opposed the Iraq War in 2003; it later won five Grammy Awards.
In short
- The Chicks postponed their Los Angeles show due to illness.
- The concert is now scheduled for 4 November.
- Ticket holders can attend the new date or seek refunds.
Explained simply
The Chicks are an American country music group made up of Natalie Maines and sisters Martie Maguire and Emily Strayer. They became widely known for combining country music with outspoken public comments.
In 2003, Maines criticised President George W. Bush and spoke against the Iraq War. The group faced a public backlash, and their 2006 album Taking the Long Way reflected that period; it later won five Grammy Awards.
The concert is part of a tour marking the album’s 20th anniversary. The album’s history helps explain why the tour is significant to the group and its listeners.