Following the news that Dixie Chicks founding member Laura Lynch tragically died in a car accident at the age of 65, the current members of the all-female country group took to Instagram to share a heartfelt tribute to the musician.
In their latest Instagram post, the Dixie Chicks (now simply The Chicks) shared a video of Lynch performing in the late ’80s. “We are shocked and saddened to learn of the passing of Laura Lynch, founding member of The Chicks,” it reads. in the publication. “We have a special place in our hearts for the time we spent playing music, laughing and traveling together.”
The Dixie Chicks also described Laura Lynch as a shining light. “Her infectious energy and humor gave a spark to the early days of our band. Laura had a flair for design, a love for all things Texas and she was instrumental in the band’s initial success. Her undeniable talent helped propel us beyond busking on street corners and into stages throughout Texas and the Midwest.”
Current members Natalia Maines, Emily Robison and Martie Maguire added that their thoughts are with Lynch’s family and loved ones.
Laura Lynch died in a car accident in West Texas on Friday, December 22. Her cousin, Michael Lynch, confirmed the news to CBS News. Details about the accident were not immediately known.
The Dixie Chicks was founded in 1989 by Laura Lynch, Robin Lynn Macy, Martie Maguire and Emily Strayer. After Macy left the group in 1992, Lynch became the lead vocalist. Nearly five years later, Lynch was replaced by Natalie Maines.
Laura Lynch didn’t mind missing the success of the Dixie Chicks
During a May 2003 interview with the El Paso Times, Laura Lynch stated that she had no regrets about missing out on the growing success of The Dixie Chicks. “It was worth it,” she said. “I’d get anemic again if I did.”
“We knew we would suffer if we played in any Top 40 country,” Lynch said. “So we play stuff from people who are 70 or 80 years old.”
Laura Lynch noted that the women’s group wanted to be radio friendly, but they didn’t know how yet. The group also had no name from the beginning. They formed the Dixie Chicks on their way to an audition. “We said ‘What if we get this?’ We need a name,’” she continued.
After Macy’s left in 1992, Lynch said the band continued to perform at small events. “We were working together, doing our thing, and boom, people were hiring us for bigger venues. “We needed a bigger sound, so we hired Lloyd.”
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