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Austin City Limits

Austin City Limits

Great music. No limits.

1975Returning Series48 Seasons558 Episodes6.2TMDB
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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 43 Episodes

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Episode 1: Ed Sheeran

Oct 7, 2017

Relish an hour with bestselling pop sensation Ed Sheeran. The British singer/songwriter performs hits and songs from his latest album “÷”

Episode 2: The Pretenders

Oct 14, 2017

Enjoy a career-spanning set from The Pretenders. The legendary rock & roll band performs songs from their latest album Alone alongside beloved classics “Back On the Chain Gang,” “Brass in Pocket” and “Middle of the Road.”

Episode 3: Zac Brown Band

Oct 21, 2017

Savor an hour with Grammy-winning, multi-platinum Southern country rock act Zac Brown Band. The Atlanta octet performs songs from its latest record “Welcome Home,” as well as its greatest hits.

Episode 4: Norah Jones / Angel Olsen

Oct 28, 2017

Enjoy an unforgettable hour with dynamic performances from two of today’s most acclaimed singer-songwriters, Norah Jones and Angel Olsen. Texas native Jones makes her fourth appearance on ACL in support of her LP “Day Breaks.” Indie breakout star Olsen sings tunes from her stellar album “My Woman.”

Episode 5: Miranda Lambert

Nov 4, 2017

Enjoy a show-stopping hour with country superstar Miranda Lambert in her third ACL appearance. The CMA- and Grammy-winning singer and songwriter delivers a powerful performance of hits and songs from her acclaimed LP “The Weight of These Wings.”

Episode 6: The Head and the Heart / Benjamin Booker

Nov 11, 2017

Dig the modern Americana sounds of The Head and The Heart and Benjamin Booker. Seattle’s folk-rocking THaTH supports its latest acclaimed album “Signs of Light,” while New Orleans’ Booker rips through the blues, soul and rock of “Witness.”

Episode 7: Father John Misty / The Black Angels

Jan 6, 2018

Enjoy an hour of unconventional rock with Father John Misty and the Black Angels. Singer/songwriter Father John Misty showcases the lush sarcasm of his recent album “Pure Comedy.” Psych rockers the Black Angels highlight the dark grunge of “Death Song.”

Episode 8: Jason Isbell & The 400 Unit / Amanda Shires

Jan 13, 2018

Savor the best in Americana with Jason Isbell & the 400 Unit and Amanda Shires. Isbell and his band showcase their acclaimed roots rock from “The Nashville Sound.” Singer/songwriter/violinist Shires unveils her distinctive take on country music from “My Piece of Land.”

Episode 9: Herbie Hancock

Jan 20, 2018

Thrill to an hour with legendary keyboardist and composer Herbie Hancock. The jazz innovator surveys his decades-long career in his ACL debut.

Episode 10: Run the Jewels

Jan 27, 2018

Groove to a full hour with hip-hop superstars Run The Jewels. The duo showcases its latest album “Run the Jewels 3,” as well as its greatest hits.

Episode 11: LCD Soundsystem

Feb 3, 2018

Relish the ACL debut of alternative rock icon LCD Soundsystem. The recently revived band spotlights hits and songs from its comeback album “American Dream.”

Episode 12: Dan Auerbach / Shinyribs

Feb 10, 2018

Enjoy modern pop and roots music from Akron’s Dan Auerbach and Austin’s Shinyribs. Auerbach puts the Black Keys on hold to showcase his second solo album “Waiting On a Song.” Fronted by Kevin Russell of the Gourds, Shinyribs whips up Texas country soul from its new LP “I Got Your Medicine.”

Episode 13: Chris Stapleton / Turnpike Troubadours

Feb 17, 2018

Enjoy an hour of contemporary country music with Chris Stapleton and Turnpike Troubadours. The rock and soul-influenced Stapleton highlights his acclaimed second album “From a Room Vol. 1.” The jamming Troubadours draw from their latest record “A Long Way From Your Heart.”

Season 43 FAQ

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

When did Austin City Limits Season 43 premiere?

Austin City Limits Season 43 premiered on October 7, 2017.

How many episodes are in Austin City Limits Season 43?

Austin City Limits Season 43 has 13 episodes.

What is the first episode of Austin City Limits Season 43?

The season opens with Season 43 Episode 1, "Ed Sheeran". It aired on October 7, 2017.

Go to Season 43 Episode 1

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