Lacy J. Dalton at Chico Hot Springs

Country music hit-maker and Americana crossover artist Lacy J. Dalton will be appearing in the Chico Saloon July 25.
First hitting the Country Top-40 in 1979 with “Crazy Blue Eyes,” Dalton was one the most successful female vocalists of the format during the ’80s with such hits as “Takin’ it Easy,” “Hillbilly Girl With The Blues,” “Black Coffee,” and the CMA-nominated anthem “16th Avenue.” Lacy's collaboration with Willie Nelson on his “Half Nelson” CD was a high spot for her. She was the only woman featured on that recording, which included singing legends Ray Charles, Neil Diamond, Merle Haggard, Julio Iglesias, George Jones, Leon Russell, Carlos Santana, Mel Tillis, Hank Williams Sr., and Neil Young.