Parker McCollum

It's a special episode focusing on the music of the Lone Star State.

There are a couple reasons Parker McCollum doesn't like being compared to either George Strait or John Mayer.

Parker McCollum purchased something he's been wanting for a long, long time.

At the time, he found himself writing the same kinds of things again and again. This rut extended to his personal life.

It's not lost on him when artists he's looked up to take the time to notice him.

Parker is an outdoor enthusiast.

'Austin City Limits' returns to PBS on Oct. 1.

The song could very well be a true story.

His ring is very on-brand.

Priscilla Block, Caitlyn Smith, Jessie James Decker and Elvie Shane will also get their moment in the spotght at the awards show.