The Dixie Chicks Answer Your Questions

May 19, 2006 — -- It's been three years since the "Bush incident," and four since the Dixie Chicks released their last album. Now Natalie Maines, Emily Robison and Martie Maguire are ready to return to the stage, this time moving away from their country roots and into the thralls of rock 'n' roll.

The Chicks kick off "Good Morning America's" Summer Concert Series on May 26 with songs from their new album, "Taking the Long Way."

But before the "GMA" performance and the launch of a worldwide tour, the Dixie Chicks took time out to answer questions from you, the viewers.

I'd like to know how you deal with the monotony of life on the road: What's the funniest practical joke you've pulled on one another, or on a crew member?
-- Nancy Atkins, Aloha, Ore.

The Chicks say they are not big practical jokers.

"We try more to out shock each other," Natalie said. "Our humor is more perverted and gross."

Emily did let it slip that there was one time they called child-protective services on Natalie as a joke, but the government didn't share the group's sense of humor. It took the complaint seriously.

"My husband was furious," Natalie said.

"Note to self," said Emily. "Calling child protective services is not funny."

Did you write more songs for the album than what are actually on "Taking the Long Way"? If so, do you think they might make it onto a future album?
Corey, Keyser, W.Va.

The Chicks said there are two more songs that will find their way onto the album as bonus tracks, and while there are a couple that might "end up somewhere" someday, they've tried to put all the ones they really felt strongly about on the album.

What kind of music are you listening to these days? Is it country or other stuff? Who's your favorite new artist or band?Lindsay Czitron, Toronto

"I'm afraid to say I don't listen to music," Natalie said. "I listen to Howard Stern all day long."

Martie, who has 2-year-old twins, said she's been listening to Teri Hendrix, a children's album. Even Natalie can stomach that.