Continuing their capitalism vs. censorship lesson, the Dixie Chicks are quickly finding out that industry-bloated record sales numbers don’t really reflect consumer interest.

From Reuters:

Initial ticket sales for the Dixie Chicks’ upcoming tour are far below expectations and several dates will likely be canceled or postoned.

Ticket counts for the 20-plus arena shows that went on sale last weekend were averaging 5,000-6,000 per show in major markets and less in secondaries, according to sources contacted by Billboard. Venue capacities on the tour generally top 15,000.
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Despite those numbers, early ticket sales are clearly not meeting projections. The plug was pulled on public on-sales for shows in Indianapolis (August 23), Oklahoma City (September 26), Memphis (September 27) and Houston (September 30) because of tepid pre-sales in a national promotion with Target stores.

Maybe they should change the title of their new album from “Not Ready to Make Nice” to “Not Ready to Make Money”.