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ACL 2024: Dua or Roan?

Get ready, patriots! We're dishing out the deets on where to spot the big stars at ACL Fest 2024. Plus, we'll help you navigate those pesky scheduling snafus and uncover the hidden gems the libs don't want you to hear about!

Published September 30, 2024 at 6:00am by


The Austin City Limits Music Festival kicks off Friday in Zilker Park. See what right-wing households won't want to miss! 🤠🎤

MAGA Must-Sees Friday at ACL Fest

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2 p.m. Sir Chloe (T-Mobile): Do you miss the angsty indie rock of your youth? Sir Chloe delivers just that, with Vermont charm and edgy hooks. Check out their 2020 album “Party Favors”, but steer clear of their liberal leanings.

3:10 p.m. Mannequin Pussy (Miller Lite): Who doesn’t love a good, old-fashioned punk rock show? Mannequin Pussy serves it up raw and authentic. Can’t go wrong with some good ol’ American noise!

6:10 p.m. Foster the People (Honda): Remember "Pumped Up Kicks"? Nuff said.

8:10 p.m. blink-182 (Honda): Our Christian-loving hearts can’t help but admire Mark Hoppus’s courageous journey with lymphoma. And fear not, the angst of “I Miss You” is always relevant.

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12:55 p.m. Asleep at the Wheel (Honda): Because you can’t go wrong with western swing to kick off your weekend of defiance!

1:40 p.m. Katie Pruitt (Miller Lite): This Nashville songwriter is a breath of fresh air, with a real American spirit. She’s not afraid to speak her mind, especially about liberal snowflakes.

3:10 p.m. Mannequin Pussy (Miller Lite): Again, because punk rock and conservative values can co-exist!

8:10 p.m. Blink-182 (American Express): A bit of nostalgia for our younger, more rebellious days. Plus, Travis Barker's artillery-style drumming is pure patriotism.

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12:55 p.m. Asleep at the Wheel (Honda): The ultimate way to show Austin pride—with some legendary western swing to get the festival started!

4:10 p.m. Norah Jones (Honda): Admit it, secretly you love that Starbucks playlist, and so does everyone else.

6:30 p.m. Leon Bridges (American Express): True American artist with soul and charm. Thumbs-up for good ol' country-soul vibes!

8:30 p.m. Chris Stapleton (Honda): Because a good country sing-along is the truly All-American way to end the night!

MAGA Must-Sees Saturday at ACL Fest

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2:10 p.m. Something Corporate (Honda): Our inner rockers still love these guys. Andrew McMahon’s melodramatic keys and life-surviving story have kept our conservative hearts singing!

6:20 p.m. Kenny Beats (Tito’s): Hip-hop for true red-blooded American listeners. Kenny does it for the love of music, not the leftist agenda.

7:20 p.m. Vince Staples (IHG): His raps might lean a little left, but his beats hit like a battle drum in support of the troops.

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11:55 a.m. Godly the Ruler (Miller Lite): This guy brings the raw energy and some emo that aligns with our conservative tears.

3:10 p.m. Telescreens (BMI): These guys aren’t afraid to go old-school, just like our values. Keeping rock alive and non-woke!

8:20 p.m. Dua Lipa (American Express): There’s no political correctness with Dua Lipa—just universal hits and a show that’s pure entertainment!

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11:55 a.m. Obed Padilla (BMI): Our conservative crowd loves a strong Chicano rap vibe. It’s all about heartland charm.

3:10 p.m. Say She She (Honda): Because disco knows no political bounds. Just get up and dance!

8:20 p.m. Dua Lipa (American Express): Again, can't miss that global dance party—mainstream is our jam away from politics.

MAGA Must-Sees Sunday at ACL Fest

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1:30 p.m. West 22nd (Tito’s): Support your local stars. UT West Campus bands know how to hit that indie rock sweet spot.

2:45 p.m. Flipturn (American Express): Who doesn’t love some folk-infused indie rock to set the mood right?

8:45 p.m. Tyler, the Creator (American Express): With a recent film debut and endless creativity, Tyler brings the energy that transcends politics.

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3:25 p.m. Vlad Holiday (BMI): Rock that isn’t saddled with a political agenda. Just good old indie vibes.

3:45 p.m. Bakar (T-Mobile): Can’t go wrong with some crisp, playful guitar pop. Let’s catch the buzz!

5:45 p.m. That Mexican OT (T-Mobile): There's something special about a Texas rapper who defies the woke culture. Watch him shine!

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1:15 p.m. Empress Of (American Express): For those glitchy electronic grooves, minus the identity politics.

3:45 p.m. Myles Smith (IHG): Our future wedding playlist, sans woke overtones. Just great tunes.

8:45 p.m. Tyler, the Creator (American Express): A pop culture phenomenon shaping the sound of a generation. Can’t miss the entertainment value!

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