Published September 25, 2018
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Part of what we love about Austin City Limits is the chance to check out both established and up-and-coming Austin bands. Discover some of our favorite local groups below and see you at the fest!
Weekend 2 I Tito's Handmade Vodka Stage I Friday at 2:15
Self described as Cheesy Gordita Crunch Pop, this indie pop/rock band is not to be missed!
RIYL: Mt. Joy, Wilderado, Sure Sure
Weekend 2 I Tito's Handmade Vodka Stage I Sunday at 12:15
If you missed them at Blues on the Green this summer, you have another chance to check out this fusion of Columbian funk and Caribe soul in Zilker Park during Weekend Two!
RIYL: Grupo Fantasma, Brownout
Weekend 1 I Barton Springs Stage I Saturday at 12:00
With ballads featuring effortless vocals and emotional lyrics to songs with sassy and swinging melodies, there is something for everyone to enjoy by this Austin singer-songwriter.
RIYL: Angel Olsen, Big Thief, Kevin Morby
Weekend 1 I Tito's Handmade Vodka Stage I Saturday at 12:45
This Austin native has toured with Gary Clark Jr and become known for her raw soul and suburb musicianship.
RIYL: Gary Clark Jr, Amy Winehouse,
Weekend 1 I BMI Stage I Saturday at 3:30
This infectious 9-piece band has one of the best live shows in Austin and counts Britt Daniel of Spoon as a fan...don't miss them!
RIYL: Rubblebucket, Low Cut Connie
Weekend 1 + 2 I Barton Springs Stage I Sunday at 7:00
Blues, folk, rock n' roll...you get it all in an energetic set from Austin native Alejandro Rose-Garcie, aka Shakey Graves.
RIYL: Shovels & Rope, Langhorne Slim, The Avett Brothers
Weekend 1 I Honda Stage I Friday at 12:00
Led by Ray Benson, this legendary 8-piece band has existed in some form for almost 50 years and boasts 10 Grammy awards, 20 studio albums, and 20 singles on the Billboard country charts.
RIYL: Dale Watson, Merle Haggard, Old Crow Medicine Show
