The Best Musicians You Can’t Miss at Austin City Limits Music Festival 2024
Featuring the most anticipated performers and bands at the festival
Siena Richter, FestForums | September 29, 2024
The Austin City Limits Music Festival, held at Zilker Park in Austin, TX has been a vibrant and
community-oriented safe haven for festival goers since 2002. ACL Festival is held for two
weekends, October 4-6, 2024 and October 11-13, 2024.
Each weekend showcases a plethora of talent from top-charting to new and emerging artists. They present over 100 different performers on nine separate stages including a vast variety of genres including: Indie, pop, rock, country, folk, EDM, and hip hop.
Thus here are some of the best bands and solo acts you will not want to miss at this year’s Austin City Limits Music Festival.
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Headliners to Watch
Chris Stapleton
Chris Stapleton, esteemed for his virtuosic singing, self-written lyrics, and guitar experience has made an impeccable impact on the legacy of country music. With the success of his first solo debut album, ‘Traveler’ in 2015 he emotively performed his way to winning 10 Grammy awards and writing chart-topping albums. Stapleton’s talent to enrapture his audience through the smooth integration of country, rock, and blues which will make this year’s ACL set so unforgettable. Don’t miss the chance to experience this legendary live performance!
Dua Lipa
English and Albanian singer-songwriter, Dua Lipa has rapidly risen to fame since her original debut album released in 2017. She is known for her deep voice and rhythm throughout all her music. After topping the UK Official Singles chart for her hit song, “New Rules”, she became the first British female to top the chart with a number one hit single in two years (OfficialCharts). As of 2024, she is still a true force to be reckoned with in the music industry. This electrifying performance is one you will never forget!
Tyler The Creator
Tyler The Creator is a distinguished rapper who is now representing the ACL Festival as a headliner. His eclectic music style and self-authenticity makes for a very vibrant audience. In 2008, Tyler created a music group called Odd Future, then in 2011 he released his first single, “Yonkers” which kick started his career (imdb). Tyler is more than just your average performer, but will be an unforgettable experience at Austin City Limits Music Festival 2024.
Rising Stars
Chappell Roan
Chappell Roan skyrocketed to fame with the release of her hit single "Good Luck Babe" in April 2024. According to Rolling Stone, she delivered a headline-worthy performance at Lollapalooza in Grant Park, with festival organizers noting that her set drew the largest crowd in the event's history (Unilad). Roan’s shows are a vibrant celebration of freedom and self-love. At ACL, you can expect high-energy performances, eccentric and colorful outfits, and her empowering personality to shine through. Whether you're a longtime fan or just discovering her, don’t miss the chance to be part of Chappell Roan’s meteoric rise!
Cannons
Hailing from LA, lead vocalist Michelle Joy, guitarist Ryan Clapham, and keyboard/bassist Paul Davis make up the powerful trio, Cannons. Formed in 2013, this American indie-pop band has toured globally and garnered over 20 million independent streams (Position). Their hit song, “Fire For You” gained significant popularity and became a fan favorite after its 2020 release. The Cannons’ atmospheric and sultry vocals are sure to engage the audience at Austin City Limits this October.
Elderbrook
English electronic musician and DJ Elderbrook launched his professional career in 2015 with the release of his debut EP, Simmer Down, which features the hit song “How Many Times”. His music blends various styles and explores “themes of identity and mental well-being” (Spotify). He has collaborated with notable artists such as Camelphat, Clean Bandit, and Andhim (Albumism). At ACL 2024, Elderbrook is more prepared than ever to deliver an amazing set for all festival-goers!
The ACL 2024 festival looks to be the best one yet.