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The Best Episodes of Austin City Limits Season 44

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Every episode of Austin City Limits Season 44 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Austin City Limits Season 44!

The Best Episodes of Austin City Limits Season 44

Now the longest-running music series in American television history, ACL showcases popular music legends and innovators from every genre.
  1. Background image for St. Vincent
    7.9/10(11 votes)

    #1 - St. Vincent

    S44:E1

    Enjoy a visually and sonically stunning hour with Grammy-winning art-rock performer St. Vincent. The groundbreaking singer-songwriter-guitarist and her band perform songs from her acclaimed LP “Masseduction.”

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  2. Background image for John Prine
    9.0/10(14 votes)

    #2 - John Prine

    S44:E2

    Savor an hour-long set with songwriting legend John Prine. The veteran musician performs songs from his critically acclaimed recent album “The Tree of Forgiveness,” as well as gems from his catalogue.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  3. Background image for Sam Smith / Anderson East
    7.3/10(7 votes)

    #3 - Sam Smith / Anderson East

    S44:E3

    Relish an hour of blue-eyed soul with worldwide superstar Sam Smith and emerging singer-songwriter Anderson East. UK native Smith sings mega-hits and tunes from his sophomore album “The Thrill of It All.” Alabama soul/R&B singer East romps through songs from his acclaimed LP “Encore.”

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  4. Background image for Brandi Carlile
    8.7/10(13 votes)

    #4 - Brandi Carlile

    S44:E4

    Enjoy an unforgettable hour with acclaimed artist Brandi Carlile. The Seattle singer/songwriter performs highlights from her critically lauded album “By the Way, I Forgive You.”

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  5. Background image for Miguel / Alessia Cara
    NaN/10(0 votes)

    #5 - Miguel / Alessia Cara

    S44:E5

    Thrill to an episode of chart-topping contemporary R&B and pop with Grammy-winning standouts Miguel and Alessia Cara. L.A. singer Miguel blends funk, rock, hip hop and electronica in gems from his album “War & Leisure.” Canadian hitmaker Cara dazzles with pop/R&B hits and songs from her new album “The Pains of Growing.”

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  6. Background image for Kacey Musgraves / Lukas Nelson & Promise of the Real
    8.5/10(7 votes)

    #6 - Kacey Musgraves / Lukas Nelson & Promise of the Real

    S44:E6

    Live it up with contemporary country from Kacey Musgraves and Lukas Nelson & Promise of the Real. Nashville-based Texan Musgraves essays tunes from her widely acclaimed album “Golden Hour.” Son of outlaw country legend Willie Nelson, roots rocker Lukas Nelson and his band present songs from their self-titled release.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  8. Background image for Janelle Monáe
    6.6/10(9 votes)

    #7 - Janelle Monáe

    S44:E7

    Thrill to an hour with progressive R&B maverick Janelle Monáe, as the singer and actress performs songs from her acclaimed LP “Dirty Computer.”

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  9. Background image for Khalid / Mac Demarco
    6.6/10(7 votes)

    #8 - Khalid / Mac Demarco

    S44:E8

    Enjoy an hour of contemporary R&B and indie rock with Khalid and Mac DeMarco. El Pasoan Khalid performs songs from his Grammy-nominated debut “American Teen.” Canadian DeMarco plays tunes from his acclaimed LP “This Old Dog.”

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  10. Background image for Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue
    8.0/10(9 votes)

    #9 - Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue

    S44:E9

    Revel in an hour with New Orleans funk masters Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue, with special guest Cyril Neville. Shorty lays down the grooves with highlights from his recent “Voodoo Threauxdown” tour.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    NaN/10(0 votes)

    #10 - Residente

    S44:E10

    Join a musical world tour with Puerto Rican superstar Residente as he presents songs from his globe-spanning solo debut and hits from his Calle 13 catalog.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  12. Background image for Arctic Monkeys / Wild Child
    7.2/10(11 votes)

    #11 - Arctic Monkeys / Wild Child

    S44:E11

    Enjoy an hour of modern rock with Arctic Monkeys and Wild Child. Sheffield's Monkeys perform songs from their acclaimed album “Tranquility Base Hotel + Casino.” Austin's Wild Child plays cuts from their latest album “Expectations.”

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  13. Background image for Willie Nelson
    7.7/10(13 votes)

    #12 - Willie Nelson

    S44:E12

    Relish an hour with American music legend Willie Nelson. The Texan superstar performs a set of hits and songs from his latest album “My Way.”

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  14. Background image for Buddy Guy / August Greene
    7.6/10(8 votes)

    #13 - Buddy Guy / August Greene

    S44:E13

    Thrill to an hour of blues and hip-hop with Buddy Guy and August Greene. Blues legend Guy plays hits and songs from his latest album “The Blues is Alive and Well.” Hip-hop supergroup August Greene performs songs from its self-titled debut.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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Season 44 Ratings Summary

"St. Vincent" is the best rated episode of "Austin City Limits" season 44. It scored 7.9/10 based on 11 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 10/6/2018. This episode is rated 1.1 points higher than the second-best, "John Prine".