Seasons & episodes
S30 · E13The Pixies 2004-01-29
Legendary alternative rockers, the Pixies, reunite on the ACL stage.
S31 · E1Jack Johnson / Rilo Kiley 2005-10-08
Jack Johnson's mix of folk, blues, hip-hop, and rock make his music unique and addictive. Rilo Kiley presents playful yet emotional songs that fuse indie-rock with neo-country.
S31 · E2Alison Krauss and Union Station / Kathleen Edwards 2005-10-15
Alison Krauss and Union Station have worked relentlessly to elevate Kentucky bluegrass into mainstream sensibilities. Next, Kathleen Edwards sings country-rock.
S31 · E3Etta James 2005-10-22
Etta James is an R&B legend. With 50 years in the music business, she more than deserved her Lifetime Achievement Grammy.
S31 · E4Ben Folds / Ray LaMontagne 2005-10-29
Ben Folds' solo career includes his new release "Songs for Silverman."
S31 · E5The Killers followed by Spoon 2005-11-05
Moving from indie-rock to mainstream, The Killers have an individual style. Austin band, Spoon, explores their own indie-rock style on the ACL stage.
S31 · E6John Prine / Amos Lee 2005-11-12
After surviving a grueling battle with cancer, John Prine returns to the stage to promote his new CD. Amos Lee's lyrics have been likened to poetry with a folk and soul background.
S31 · E7Franz Ferdinand / What Made Milwaukee Famous 2005-11-19
ACL once again opens the stage to indie rock bands on the verge of their breakthrough. Both bands infuse humor with rock and intelligence with dance beats. While Scottish quartet, Franz Ferdinand, is working towards national recognition; What Made Milwaukee Famous is quickly becoming an Austin superstar.
S31 · E8Coldplay / Michael Stipe 2005-12-17
This English band has made a name for themselves in the world of rock and roll. Special guest, Michael Stipe from R.E.M., drops by to play some songs with the band.
S31 · E9Blues Traveler / Café Tacuba 2006-01-14
Blues Traveler uses harmonica riffs and John Popper's unique voice to create their distinctive rock and blues music. Next, Café Tacuba proves on ACL why they have such a large international following.
S31 · E10Ryan Adams / Tift Merritt 2006-01-21
Ryan Adams and Tift Merritt appear on ACL and express their powerful lyrics. The music of both artists shows strong influences from country, rock and soul.
S31 · E11Widespread Panic 2006-01-28
This hour-long episode features a road warrior band. Widespread Panic has numerous fans but have not achieved widespread national success.
S31 · E12Gretchen Wilson / Miranda Lambert 2006-02-04
Country's leading ladies take the ACL stage. A member of Country Music's Mafia, Gretchen Wilson is rapidly becoming a country superstar. Next, Texas native Miranda Lambert has packed a big punch in her debut CD.
S31 · E13Death Cab for Cutie / My Morning Jacket 2006-02-11
Death Cab for Cutie have long been a critical favorite for their infectious melodies and moody lyrics. The Washington-based group perform songs from their releases “Plans” and “Transatlanticism.” My Morning Jacket have taken exotic soundscapes, guitar rock and clever lyrics and combined them for a unique sound that has won the band an ever growing group of fans. The Kentucky band performs songs from their release “Z.”
S31 · E14Robert Randolph / the Family Band 2006-07-22
No episode summary available yet.
S32 · E1Ray Davies 2006-10-07
Ray Davies rarely appears on television, but he makes an exception to his own rule by appearing on ACL. The former Kinks front man kicks off ACL's 32nd season.
S32 · E2The New Orleans Social Club 2006-10-14
On the anniversary of Hurricane Katrina's destruction, the Social Club celebrates the Crescent City on ACL. A variety of special guests join them on stage.
S32 · E3Juanes 2006-10-21
Named by Time magazine as “one of the 100 most influential people in the world,” Juanes is a Columbian born musician. ACL is proud to introduce him to a US audience.
S32 · E4Alejandro Escovedo 2006-10-28
Alejandro Escovedo enjoys extreme critical praise but little commercial success.
S32 · E5Sufjan Stevens followed by Calexico 2006-11-04
The underground rock scene is alive and well. Two of its most popular acts appear on ACL.
S32 · E6Ladysmith Black Mambazo 2006-11-11
ACL introduces its audience to South African music traditions and Christian Gospel sounds.
S32 · E7Van Morrison 2006-11-18
Van Morrison, member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Songwriters Hall of Fame, continues his exploration of groundbreaking music. He also plays some of his classic hits that have inspired generations.
S32 · E8Corinne Bailey Rae / KT Tunstall 2006-12-16
First, Corinne Bailey Rae brings her lush, rich voice to the ACL studio. She started with critical success in the UK and has achieved commercial success around the world. Next, KT Tunstall has been a star in her native country of Scotland for awhile, but she has only recently been discovered in the US. This ACL performance showcases her unique talent.
S32 · E9Los Lonely Boys / the Gourds 2006-12-23
Los Lonely Boys share their "Texican rock 'n' roll" style (From the ACL Taping Program on October 12, 2006) Oye Mamacita Roses Texican Style My Way Outlawsw The Gourds blend country, folk, Tex-Mex and Cajun music (From the ACL Taping Program on June 6, 2006) Lower 48 Burn the Honeysuckle El Paso Mr. Betty Jesus Christ with Signs Following Do 4 U