My Morning Jacket's recent return to the Austin City Limits stage was nothing short of electrifying—an event that fans have been eagerly awaiting for nearly ten years. But here's where it gets even more exciting: the band was inducted into the prestigious Austin City Limits Hall of Fame, and to celebrate, they delivered a powerful seven-song performance that aired as a special episode on the ACLTV YouTube Channel on October 7th. Before the full performance went live, Consequence had the exclusive scoop, sharing a sizzling preview of their dynamic rendition of "Dancefloors."
This performance was their first appearance on the ACL stage in almost a decade, making it a significant moment for longtime followers. To wrap up their set, the lineup—featuring vocalist and guitarist Jim James, bassist Tom Blankenship, guitarist Carl Broemel, drummer Patrick Hallahan, and keyboardist Bo Koster—played an extended, seven-minute version of "Dancefloors," a beloved track from their iconic 2003 album, It Still Moves. You can watch this captivating clip below.
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Ahead of "Dancefloors," the band treated audiences to an array of songs including "Out in the Open," "Everyday Magic," "Time Waited," "Die for It," and "Squid Ink"—all from their most recent album, is. They also performed "Feel You" from their 2020 release, The Waterfall II. This setlist offered a rich blend of their latest work alongside fan favorites, showcasing their evolving sound.
Adding to the ceremony's gravity was the induction of Jim James and his bandmates into the ACL Hall of Fame by acclaimed filmmaker Cameron Crowe. The full episode premiered on the ACLTV YouTube Channel and PBS App at 1:00 p.m. ET, with a nationwide broadcast scheduled on PBS stations for Saturday, October 18th at 8:00 p.m. ET.
Currently, My Morning Jacket is on the second leg of their “My Morning Jacket ‘is’ On Tour,” thrilling audiences across the country. They’re also gearing up for several special shows celebrating the 20th anniversary of their album Z, including performances at Brooklyn Paramount on October 16th, Chicago’s Salt Shed on October 26th, and Atlanta’s Fox Theatre on November 1st. Below is the full list of upcoming tour dates, along with ticket links for fans eager to experience the band live.
My Morning Jacket 2025 Tour Dates:
- 10/08 – Washington, DC @ The Anthem †
- 10/10 – Philadelphia, PA @ The Met †
- 10/11 – Philadelphia, PA @ The Met †
- 10/13 – Boston, MA @ MGM Music Hall at Fenway †
- 10/14 – Portland, ME @ State Theatre †
- 10/16 – Brooklyn, NY @ Brooklyn Paramount †*
- 10/17 – Brooklyn, NY @ Brooklyn Paramount †
- 10/18 – Brooklyn, NY @ Brooklyn Paramount †
- 10/20 – Cincinnati, OH @ MegaCorp Pavilion †
- 10/22 – Madison, WI @ The Sylvee †
- 10/24 – Chicago, IL @ The Salt Shed †
- 10/25 – Chicago, IL @ The Salt Shed †
- 10/26 – Chicago, IL @ The Salt Shed †*
- 10/29 – Nashville, TN @ The Pinnacle †
- 10/31 – Atlanta, GA @ Fox Theatre †
- 11/01 – Atlanta, GA @ Fox Theatre ^*
- Denotes special Z 20th anniversary shows † Featuring BALTHVS as opening act ^ Featuring Babehoven as opening act
And this is the part most people miss: My Morning Jacket’s ability to blend their classic rock roots with fresh, experimental sounds continues to fuel debate among fans and critics alike. Does this evolution enhance their legacy, or do purists long for the raw energy of earlier albums? Share your thoughts below—do you believe the band's current direction honors or diverges from their original essence?
