Bearing highly acclaimed new album Chronicles of a Diamond and draped in the sparkles of a mirror ball, Austin’s own Black Pumas returned to the Austin City Limits stage for not only their second appearance, but the first taping of our landmark 50th (say it again – 50th) season. Leaders Eric Burton and Adrian Quesada have polished the band’s psychedelic rock & soul to a blinding sheen, as exemplified by the reaction to new hits “More Than a Love Song” and “Ice Cream (Pay Phone),” as well as fan favorites “Know You Better” and “Colors.” Hosting hometown heroes is always a great way to kick off an anniversary season, and the Pumas gave us a show for the books.
Black Pumas perform on Austin City Limits, February 20, 2024. Photos by Scott Newton.
Setlist:
Stars of the Valley – introduction
Fire – s/t
Gemini Sun – Chronicles of a Diamond
Know You Better – s/t
Black Moon Rising – s/t
Tomorrow – Chronicles of a Diamond
Ice Cream (Pay Phone) – Chronicles of a Diamond
Angel – Chronicles of a Diamond
More Than a Love Song – Chronicles of a Diamond
Chronicles of a Diamond – Chronicles of a Diamond
Mrs. Postman – Chronicles of a Diamond
Oct 33 – s/t
Colors – s/t
Encore:
Fast Car – Tracy Chapman cover (Burton solo)
Rock and Roll – Chronicles of a Diamond
Musicians:
Eric Burton – vocals, guitar, keyboard
Adrian Quesada – lead guitar
Steve Bidwell – drums
Brendan Bond – bass
JaRon Marshall – keyboards
Terin Ector – congas, keyboards, guitar, vocals
Angela Miller – vocals
Lauren Hornsby – vocals