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Austin City Limits

Austin City Limits

Great music. No limits.

1975Returning Series48 Seasons558 Episodes6.2TMDB
PBS

Now the longest-running music series in American television history, ACL showcases popular music legends and innovators from every genre.

Created by: Bill Arhos

Season 30 Episodes

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Episode 1: John Fogerty

Oct 2, 2004

ohn Fogerty is a rock legend who rarely appears on television, but he makes an exception to launch ACL's 30th season.

Episode 3: Damien Rice / Patty Griffin

Oct 16, 2004

Irish singer/songwriter, Damien Rice, brings his soulful lyrics to the ACL stage. Patty Griffin is a long-time ACL viewer whose personal songs highlight her graceful voice.

Episode 4: Michael McDonald / Joss Stone

Oct 23, 2004

Strong and unique voices mark this episode. Michael McDonald has a signature sound all his own. While, Joss Stone is a young singer with a powerful and soulful voice.

Episode 5: Lyle Lovett / Jamie Cullum

Oct 30, 2004

Austin favorite, Lyle Lovett, has gained national recognition by expanding the sound of country to include jazz, blues and pop. Pianist Jamie Cullum is a London sensation who infuses rock with jazz and dance.

Episode 6: Sheryl Crow

Nov 6, 2004

Sheryl Crow is multi-Grammy award winner. On this special episode, filmed at the Austin City Limits Musicfest, Crow sings past hits, new songs, and manages a few surprises for the crowd.

Episode 7: Polyphonic Spree / Ozomatli

Nov 13, 2004

This episode's theme is big innovation. Polyphonic Spree has more than 20 members who dress in colorful choir robes. Their pop epics and energetic live performances have inspired a cult-like following. Next, Grammy award winners, Ozomatli, brings their 10-piece band to the stage. The L.A. band fuses Latin rhythms, Middle Eastern and African beats with modern hip-hop.

Episode 8: Elvis Costello

Nov 20, 2004

Elvis Costello and the Imposters perform songs from their new album and some old favorites. The music is signified by Costello's genre bending style.

Episode 10: Wilco / Bright Eyes

Jan 8, 2004

This episode has a theme: musical innovation. Both featured bands have outgrown the labels music experts have put on them to create unique sounds and haunting melodies.

Episode 11: Trey Anastasio

Jan 15, 2004

Trey Anastasio, former Phish frontman, performs his skillful improvisation live in an outdoor arena.

Episode 12: Modest Mouse / Guided by Voices

Jan 22, 2004

Modest Mouse is known as genre-bending indie rock band on their way up. Guided by Voices has been performing together for over 10 years, but they have recently decided to call it quits. This is one of the last performances of the band.

Season 30 FAQ

Quick answers about this season's release timeline and episode lineup.

When did Austin City Limits Season 30 premiere?

Austin City Limits Season 30 premiered on October 2, 2004.

How many episodes are in Austin City Limits Season 30?

Austin City Limits Season 30 has 13 episodes.

What is the first episode of Austin City Limits Season 30?

The season opens with Season 30 Episode 1, "John Fogerty". It aired on October 2, 2004.

Go to Season 30 Episode 1

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