Austin City Limits: Country
Series Overview
Austin City Limits Country (1976–1991) celebrates the golden era of the longest-running music series in television history. This collection captures the evolution of country music on the iconic Austin stage, spanning from the trailblazing Outlaw movement of Willie Nelson and Waylon Jennings to the high-energy "New Traditionalist" explosion of Garth Brooks and George Strait. Featuring legendary performances from Hall of Famers like Johnny Cash, Loretta Lynn, and Charley Pride alongside the genre-defining hits of the 1980s, these programs showcase the authentic songwriting and world-class musicianship that turned a local Texas show into a global cultural institution.
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Broadcast Syndication
1 Season • 5 Episodes
2001 – Present
Premiered: Mon, Jan 1, 2001
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Latest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 5: “1988 - 1991”
This collection captures a transition of eras on the Austin City Limits stage, pairing rockabilly and outlaw legends with early 1990s superstars. Featured: BUCK OWENS: "Act Naturally," "Together Again," and "Under Your Spell Again" with DWIGHT YOAKAM (ACL 1409, Oct 23 1988); CARL PERKINS: "Honey, Don't" and "Blue Suede Shoes" (ACL 1501, Oct 02 1989); KATHY MATTEA: "Where've You Been" and "Eighteen Wheels and a Dozen Roses" (ACL 1504, Sep 12 1989); WAYLON JENNINGS: "I'm a Ramblin' Man," "Luckenbach, Texas," and "Are You Sure Hank Done It This Way" (ACL 1505, Nov 01 1989); NITTY GRITTY DIRT BAND: "Keep on the Sunny Side" with THE CARTERS and "Take Me Home, Country Roads" with JOHN DENVER (ACL 1507, Nov 29 1989); GARTH BROOKS: "The Dance" (ACL 1511, Jan 16 1990); and TRISHA YEARWOOD: "That's What I Like About You," "She's in Love with the Boy," and "Lonesome Dove" with VINCE GILL (ACL 1709, Oct 11 1991).
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What is Austin City Limits: Country about?
Austin City Limits Country (1976–1991) celebrates the golden era of the longest-running music series in television history. This collection captures the evolution of country music on the iconic Austin stage, spanning from the trailblazing Outlaw movement of Willie Nelson and Waylon Jennings to the high-energy "New Traditionalist" explosion of Garth Brooks and George Strait. Featuring legendary performances from Hall of Famers like Johnny Cash, Loretta Lynn, and Charley Pride alongside the genre-defining hits of the 1980s, these programs showcase the authentic songwriting and world-class musicianship that turned a local Texas show into a global cultural institution.
How many seasons does Austin City Limits: Country have?
Austin City Limits: Country comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in Austin City Limits: Country?
Key cast members in Austin City Limits: Country include Willie Nelson, The Texas Playboys, Pure Prairie League, Marty Robbins, Moe Bandy.
Who created or directed Austin City Limits: Country?
Austin City Limits: Country was developed and directed by Not specified.