The Chicks Setlist: Every Song From the Trio’s Opening Night of ‘Taking the Long Way’ 20th Anniversary Tour In Detroit
The trio played the Grammy-winning 2006 album in full before delving into a hits set.
In May 2006, the Dixie Chicks dropped their landmark album, "Taking the Long Way." Tonight, the trio — made up of Natalie Maines, Martie Maguire, and Emily Robison — opened their 20th Anniversary tour of the album at the Fox Theater in Detroit. The 23-song set was divided into two acts, each showcasing the band's diverse musical style.
During the first act, the trio performed the entire 14-track album. All dressed in black and white, they sang hits like "Not Ready to Make Nice," which was a direct response to the backlash they faced after Maines criticized then-President George W. Bush for the Iraq invasion. The band members were dressed in black and white, their appearance reflecting the stark contrast in their message.
The second act of the show was devoted to the Chicks' hits. This included the hilarious revenge tale "Goodbye Earl," the softly romantic "Cowboy Take Me Away," their cover of Fleetwood Mac's "Landslide," and "Gaslighter," the title track from their most recent studio album in 2020. The performance was a celebration of the band's musical journey, showcasing their range from the politically charged to the lighthearted.
The tour continues to two nights in Chicago and will conclude in Los Angeles with three nights at the Dolby Theater from November 1-3. On Friday, Oct. 2, Sony’s Legacy Recordings will release an expanded edition of "Taking the Long Way" in both 3 LP and digital versions. This new edition includes five bonus tracks: three unreleased demos of "Not Ready to Make Nice," "So Hard," and "Flowers," and two rare songs, "Thin Line" and "Live Wire."
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