Remembering Laura Lynch: Founding Member of Dixie Chicks Passes Away at 65
In a tragic turn of events, Laura Lynch, one of the founding members of the Dixie Chicks, has passed away at the age of 65. The news follows a car accident on a highway outside of El Paso, Texas, which resulted in fatal injuries, as reported by TMZ and later confirmed by the Texas Department of Public Safety.
Lynch’s former bandmates from the Dixie Chicks, Emily Strayer, Martie Maguire, and Natalie Maines, expressed their shock and sadness over her untimely demise in a heartfelt statement on social media.
“We are shocked and saddened to learn of the passing of Laura Lynch, a founding member of The Chicks,” they shared.
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We hold a special place in our hearts for the time we spent playing music, laughing, and traveling together. Laura was a bright light…her infectious energy and humor gave a spark to the early days of our band.”
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Laura Lynch, known for her role as an upright bassist and co-lead vocalist, contributed significantly to the early success of the Dixie Chicks. The band, formed in the late-Eighties by Lynch, Robin Lynn Macy, and sisters Martie and Emily Erwin (now Maguire and Strayer), released two albums together — “Thank Heavens for Dale Evans” (1990) and “Little Ol’ Cowgirl” (1992).
The Dixie Chicks faced a turning point when Robin Lynn Macy departed the band, leaving them as a trio. Lynch’s undeniable talents, characterized by her gift for design and a love for all things Texas, played a crucial role in propelling the Dixie Chicks from street corner busking to stages across Texas and the mid-West.
As fans and the music community mourn the loss of Laura Lynch, her legacy as a founding member of the Dixie Chicks will continue to resonate through the timeless music and memories she leaves behind. Our thoughts go out to her family, friends, and fans during this difficult time.
