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50 Years of Austin City Limits

October 17, 2024 marks 50 years to the day that Willie Nelson first stepped on the ACL stage to record the pilot episode. Take a whirlwind tour through fifty years of incredible music from innovative artists and legends from every genre.

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Sylvan Esso / Lucius
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53:26
Sylvan Esso and Lucius thrill in a spellbinding hour of modern dance and rock music.
Japanese Breakfast / Arlo Parks
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53:26
Japanese Breakfast and Arlo Parks share an hour of heartfelt performances.
Brandi Carlile
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53:25
Singer/songwriter Brandi Carlile showcases her Grammy-winning album In These Silent Days.
Austin City Limits Hall of Fame Special 2014
53:10
Austin City Limits inducts and celebrates the first inaugural class of its Hall of Fame.
B.B. King
56:03
The King of the Blues makes his Austin City Limits debut in 1983.
Pilot Episode: Willie Nelson
59:26
Austin City Limits Pilot Episode: Willie Nelson Recorded October 17, 1974
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