AUSTIN, Texas — Austin City Limits has officially announced the initial lineup for its 48th season starting this fall, and as usual, it will air on PBS.

America’s longest-running music program slates Brandi Carlile as its Oct. 1 opener. This will be her third appearance on the ACL stage.

“We’re especially proud of what is truly a historic line-up for our new season, and we’re only half-way there,” said longtime ACL executive producer Terry Lickona. “Never before have we showcased such an amazing mix of such diverse and eclectic female artists, each making their mark on contemporary music with their own unique talents. We continue our musical journey from Country to Funk, plus the return of a tried-and-true favorite.”

The 14-week season continues with a few highly anticipated debut performances from various artists, along with a return performance from an Austin favorite.

Following Brandi Carlile, season 48 will continue with Japanese Breakfast and Arlo Parks on Oct. 8, Sylvan Esso and Lucius on Oct. 15, Allison Russell and The Weather Station on Oct. 22, Parker McCollum and Robert Earl Keen on Oct. 29, ACL Hall of Famer Lyle Lovett and His Large Band on Nov. 5, and Cimafunk and The Tribe on Nov. 12.

While they have not announced the second part of the season yet, the addisitonal seven episodes will be announced at a later date as those won’t kick off until January 2023.

ACL is recorded live at the ACL studios in Austin and airs on PBS at 8 p.m. during the season. Following the recording, full episodes are made available online at pbs.org/austincitylimits.