While we were promoting 'Wide Open Spaces,' we set aside time to write. We went on several writing retreats where nobody could get hold of us. It was the only way we could take a step back and reflect and… — Martie Maguire Copy Share Image
We were the ones that from the beginning said that 'Wide Open Spaces' was a hit. 'This is a hit, people are going to relate to it.' — Martie Maguire Copy Share Image
In the beginning, if you look at those early label albums of the Chicks, we didn't write all that much. We had an A&R… — Martie Maguire Copy Share
Even though we were selling more records than a lot of pop acts, we were being treated like the redheaded stepchildren. — Martie Maguire Copy Share
I feel like Court Yard Hounds keeps us idling. I think Emily and I function better when we're continually making music and playing, and… — Martie Maguire Copy Share
I am a really passive person to begin with so I have written a lot of pretty crappy songs with strangers because I let… — Martie Maguire Copy Share
When you get a record deal, you got to be pretty headstrong, know your direction. — Martie Maguire Copy Share
I now recognize that having a great company behind you can actually impact your motivation to be more creative. — Martie Maguire Copy Share
We do appreciate that we have a very conservative audience and we do try to walk the fine line of that and not offend… — Martie Maguire Copy Share
Ever since I was a little girl music was my escape and it was something that I did and was a huge part of… — Martie Maguire Copy Share
I'm amazed when I hear my daughters with their friends. They'll just talk openly about, 'Yeah, he used to be a girl and now… — Martie Maguire Copy Share
I think our core fans have stayed true to us, and I want to thank them for staying with us. — Martie Maguire Copy Share
