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The Best Episodes of Austin City Limits Season 42

Every episode of Austin City Limits Season 42 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Austin City Limits Season 42!

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Austin City Limits Season 42 Episode 1 - Paul Simon
    8.3/10(9 votes)

    #1 - Paul Simon

    S42:E1

    Simon makes his Austin City Limits debut performing songs from his classic catalog and from his 13th solo album “Stranger to Stranger.”

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Austin City Limits Season 42 Episode 2 - James Bay / Rhiannon Giddens
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #2 - James Bay / Rhiannon Giddens

    S42:E2

    Enjoy performances by acclaimed singer/songwriters James Bay and Rhiannon Giddens. Englishman Bay plays songs from his chart-topping debut “Chaos and the Calm.” North Carolina native Giddens performs tunes from her Grammy-nominated solo debut “Tomorrow is My Turn.”

    Director:Unknown
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  3. Austin City Limits Season 42 Episode 3 - Robert Plant
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #3 - Robert Plant

    S42:E3

    Enjoy new classics and fan favorites from music icon Robert Plant. The British superstar sings classics from the catalogs of Led Zeppelin, the blues canon and his solo Americana albums.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Austin City Limits Season 42 Episode 4 - Florence + the Machine / Andra Day
    8.0/10(8 votes)

    #4 - Florence + the Machine / Andra Day

    S42:E4

    Enjoy dazzling modern rock and soul from Florence + The Machine and Andra Day. British sensation Florence blazes through songs from her latest LP “How Big, How Blue, How Beautiful.” San Diego’s Day sings tunes from her soulful debut “Cheers To the Fall.”

    Director:Unknown
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  5. Austin City Limits Season 42 Episode 5 - Iggy Pop
    7.0/10(8 votes)

    #5 - Iggy Pop

    S42:E5

    A thrilling hour with rock & roll legend Iggy Pop in his first-ever ACL appearance. The Detroit native blasts through classics and cuts from his latest album “Post Pop Depression,” accompanied by members of Queens of the Stone Age and Arctic Monkeys.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Austin City Limits Season 42 Episode 6 - Natalia Lafourcade / Grupo Fantasma
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #6 - Natalia Lafourcade / Grupo Fantasma

    S42:E6

    Enjoy the contemporary Latin sounds of Natalia Lafourcade and Grupo Fantasma. Mexican superstar Lafourcade performs songs from her Grammy-winning album Hasta la Ruiz and powerhouse Latin funk orchestra Grupo Fantasma dazzle with irresistible grooves.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Austin City Limits Season 42 Episode 7 - My Morning Jacket / Ben Harper
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #7 - My Morning Jacket / Ben Harper

    S42:E7

    Dig the best in modern rock with artists My Morning Jacket and Ben Harper. MMJ showcases cuts from their latest LP Waterfall, while Harper features songs from his most recent album Call It What It Is.

    Director:Unknown
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  8. Austin City Limits Season 42 Episode 8 - Ms. Lauryn Hill
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #8 - Ms. Lauryn Hill

    S42:E8

    Enjoy a career-spanning performance by R&B icon Ms. Lauryn Hill in a rare television appearance. The Grammy-winning singer and songwriter performs a set of solo hits, new songs and Fugees classics.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. Austin City Limits Season 42 Episode 9 - Cyndi Lauper
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #9 - Cyndi Lauper

    S42:E9

    Enjoy the ACL debut of pop legend Cyndi Lauper with a a program of classics and country covers. Songs include “Girls Just Wanna Have Fun,” “True Colors” and “End of the World.”

    Director:Unknown
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  10. Austin City Limits Season 42 Episode 10 - Margo Price / Hayes Carll
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #10 - Margo Price / Hayes Carll

    S42:E10

    Welcome up-and-coming country singers Margo Price and Hayes Carll to ACL. Price supports her debut album Midwest Farmer’s Daughter, while Carll sings songs from his album Lovers and Leavers.

    Director:Unknown
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  11. Austin City Limits Season 42 Episode 11 - Band of Horses / Parker Millsap
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #11 - Band of Horses / Parker Millsap

    S42:E11

    Enjoy modern roots rock with Band of Horses and Parker Millsap. BOH play tunes from their album Why Are You OK, as Millsap supports The Very Last Day.

    Director:Unknown
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  12. Austin City Limits Season 42 Episode 12 - CeCe Winans / St. Paul & The Broken Bones
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #12 - CeCe Winans / St. Paul & The Broken Bones

    S42:E12

    Thrill to an hour of soul and gospel with Grammy-winning legend CeCe Winans and breakout sensations St. Paul & the Broken Bones. Winans sings new songs and classics from her catalog, while St. Paul & the Broken Bones support their acclaimed album Sea of Noise.

    Director:Unknown
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  13. Austin City Limits Season 42 Episode 13 - Foals / Alejandro Escovedo
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #13 - Foals / Alejandro Escovedo

    S42:E13

    Revel in an hour of modern rock with UK superstars Foals and Texas legend Alejandro Escovedo. Foals play tunes from their album “What Went Down,” while Texas bard Escovedo showcases “Burn Something Beautiful,” joined by R.E.M.’s Peter Buck and alt-rock luminaries.

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Season 42 Ratings Summary

"Paul Simon" is the best rated episode of "Austin City Limits" season 42. It scored 8.3/10 based on 9 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 10/1/2016. This episode is rated 8.3 points higher than the second-best, "James Bay / Rhiannon Giddens".