Austin City Limits

Arts and Music Series / 6 Seasons

Great music. No limits. Now the longest-running music series in American television history, ACL showcases popular music legends and innovators from every genre. In addition to being honored by the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum as a rock and roll landmark, ACL is the only television program to ever receive the National Medal of Arts, the nation's highest award for artistic excellence.

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Willie Nelson "Whiskey River" (Pilot Episode, 1974)

3m 35s

From the original pilot episode of Austin City Limits taped October 17, 1974, Willie Nelson kicks off the long-running and award-winning series with his classic "Whiskey River." Willie Nelson will be inducted into the Austin City Limits Hall of Fame on April 26, 2014.

Willie Nelson "Stay All Night..." (Pilot Episode, 1974)

3m 53s

Willie Nelson plays his classic "Stay All Night, Stay a Little Longer" on the pilot episode of Austin City Limits, launching over forty years of televised music performances. Willie Nelson will be inducted into the Austin City Limits Hall of Fame on April 26, 2014.

Behind the Scenes: Portugal. The Man

4m 12s

Get a behind the scenes look at the Portugal The Man performance on Austin City Limits. See them in rehearsal, hanging out backstage, and the live performance, while elements from John Gourley's drawings float around the scene.

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