Bonnie Raitt Joins Brandi Carlile For Epic Duet On ‘Austin City Limits’ Premiere

Brandi Carlile is taking center stage for the newest season kickoff of *Austin City Limits*, officially entering the iconic concert series' Hall of Fame. To celebrate the huge career milestone, the acclaimed singer-songwriter brought out legendary blues icon Bonnie Raitt for an unforgettable collaborative set that blew the roof off the venue. The pair joined forces for a scorching rendition of "Love Me Like a Man," melding Carlile’s soaring vocals with Raitt’s signature slide guitar skill. According to reports from the taping, the electric chemistry between the two roots music heavyweights created an instant highlight for the long-running public television franchise.

Being enshrined in the *Austin City Limits* Hall of Fame marks another major achievement in Carlile’s decorated career. The multi-Grammy winner has frequented the Austin stage over the years, making her formal induction a full-circle moment. Surrounding herself with influential pioneers like Raitt turned the formal ceremony into a genuine celebration of mentorship and shared musical tradition. Beyond the primary television broadcast, viewers are getting an extra treat. The producers captured a web-only bonus track featuring Carlile and Raitt teaming up for John Prine’s classic standard, "Angel From Montgomery." The song has long been a staple of Raitt's live catalog, making the shared acoustic moment a dream collaboration for longtime Americana enthusiasts.

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This high-profile pairing showcases the deep bond shared across generations of folk, rock, and blues artists. Seeing Carlile share the spotlight with one of her primary musical heroes underscores the exact spirit *Austin City Limits* has fostered throughout its legendary decades on the air. Fans looking to catch the powerhouse duet can tune in to the season premiere on PBS stations and stream the full digital bonus tracks online. The historic episode promises to set a high bar for the rest of the show's upcoming broadcast season.