Continuing with yesterday's theme, here is a rundown of Texans on Saturday's schedule, presented in order of appearance:

Bonnie Bishop, 11:15-11:45, BMI stage
After already finding regional chart success with her first two studio albums, Bonnie Bishop signed with Nashville's Montage Music Group and then headed into the studio with A-list producer Will Kimbrough. The new album will be out early next year. KUT's David Brown lists Bishop as one of his top picks for "musical discovery" at this year's festival.

Shields of Faith, 11:30-12:15, WaMu stage
Though based in San Antonio, the Shields of Faith have become an Austin staple thanks to regular performances at Stubb's gospel brunches. And with this their fifth ACL Fest appearance, only annual stalwarts Asleep at the Wheel have been more frequent guests.

The Black & White Years, 12:00-12:30, Austin Ventures stage
When they started out just two years ago, the Black & White Years drew instant comparisons to the Talking Heads. So perhaps it should come as no surprise that ex-Head Jerry Harrison fell in love with the art-rock quartet at SXSW and ended up producing their self-titled debut, out this year on local label Brando Records.

Old 97's, 12:30-1:30, AT&T stage
This is the third ACL Fest — and first since 1994 — for the Old 97's. Released this spring on New West Records, Blame It on Gravity has received some of their strongest reviews to date. Now in their 15th year, Rolling Stone says "there's still no better band to spill your beer to."

We Go to 11, 12:40-1:20, BMI stage
These kids know how to rock. Brothers Zak (vocals and guitar, age 14) and Jake Hartwell (bass and keyboards, 16) plus lifelong friend Sled Allen (drums, 13) are back for a second straight appearance. We Go to 11 is in the early stages of planning its debut album.

Five Times August, 12:50-1:30, Austin Ventures stage
Dallas twenty-something Brad Skistimas is the man behind solo project Five Times August. Thanks to song placements on the likes of Laguna Beach and The Real World, Skistimas has sold more than 100,000 song downloads without any label support. He self-released the latest Five Times August album, Brighter Side, in March.

Bavu Blakes & the Extra Plairs, 1:50-2:30, Austin Ventures stage
Houston may get most of the press when it comes to Texas hip-hop, but Bavu Blakes is helping grow the scene here in Austin. The prolific artist will release three albums in 2008 alone, and he's uploading a new song every week as part of the ambitious '08 Is So Great project. The Statesman's Joe Gross lists Blakes among his top picks of the festival.

Band of Heathens, 2:40-3:20, BMI stage
It's been a meteoric rise for this group of friends who started jamming together at Momo's three years ago. The Band of Heathens released two live albums on Fat Caddy Records and won Best New Band honors in the 2007 Austin Music Awards. The venerable Ray Wylie Hubbard produced their self-titled studio debut, which spent nearly the entire summer in the top 5 on the Americana Music Association's airplay chart.

The Jimmies, 3:30-4:00, Austin Kiddie Limits stage
The family-friendly quintet hails from New York City, but guitarist Matt Puckett is a native Texan (or "foreigner," as he's described on the band's site). The Jimmies describe their music as "silly songs for the shorter set," and after listening to new release Make Your Own Someday I'd say that sounds about right. If my kids were just a few years younger, they'd love it.

Black Joe Lewis & the Honeybears, 4:00-4:45, Austin Ventures stage
With an album in the works on Lost Highway Records, this is the perfect time to shine for emerging soul powerhouse Black Joe Lewis & the Honeybears. This is another top critics' pick, this time from both the Statesman's Gross and KUT's Brown.

Robert Earl Keen, 4:30-5:30, AMD stage
A trailblazer for modern Texas country, Robert Earl Keen released his first album (No Kinda Dancer) in 1984 and hasn't slowed down since. His inimitable blend of the folksy and urbane has inspired countless singer/songwriters along the way. This is Keen's fourth ACL Fest appearance.

Erykah Badu, 4:30-5:30, AT&T stage
Another top pick from both Gross and Brown, Erykah Badu's festival debut is among the most highly anticipated of the weekend … assuming she makes it, that is. After canceling her Austin City Limits taping, some fans are concerned she may bow out altogether (though festival organizers assure she'll be there as scheduled).

Iron & Wine, 7:30-8:30, Dell stage
Sam Beam rose to indie rock fame while residing in Floria, but moved his family and recording studio to Dripping Springs three years ago. It was there he recorded The Shepherd's Dog, arguably his best album to date — and, reaching #24 on the Billboard charts, certainly his most successful. This is Iron & Wine's second ACL Fest.

Roky Erickson, 7:45-8:45, Austin Ventures stage
There's no better success story in music. With the Thirteenth Floor Elevators, Roky Erickson helped pioneer the psychedelic rock scene of the 1960s. But mental illness forced Erickson underground for the better part of two decades, until brother Sumner won legal custody and was able to get Roky the help he needed. He's cautiously returned to the public spotlight, and I've yet to hear of anyone who's been disappointed by one of Roky's live shows.

Robert Plant & Alison Krauss, 8:15-9:30, AMD stage
Though nearly 25 years apart in age and miles apart in style, guitar god Robert Plant and bluegrass songbird Alison Krauss have somehow found a way to play off each other's strengths. Their Raising Sand collaboration was recently named Album of the Year by the Americana Music Association. Touted by both the Statesman's Gross ("he's ROBERT FREAKIN' PLANT") and KUT's Brown, this set is a near-consensus critics' pick.

For recommendations on whom to see during ACL Fest:
– Joe Gross, Michael Corcoran, and others weigh in from the Statesman
– David Brown from KUT's Texas Music Matters presents "The List"
– Daily picks and more from the Austin Chronicle