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Alex 'Crankshaft' Larson performs live at the MN State Fair

Alex 'Crankshaft' Larson performs at the MPR booth at the Minnesota State Fair.
Alex 'Crankshaft' Larson performs at the MPR booth at the Minnesota State Fair.MPR photo/Nate Ryan

by Mary Lucia and Crankshaft

August 26, 2013

The heat index of 110 degrees didn't stop Alex "Crankshaft" Larson from performing before a live audience at the Minnesota State Fair.

Mary Lucia hosted the toasty performance at the corner of Judson and Nelson for another edition of The Current's live broadcasts at the annual state celebration.

Have a look at Minnesota Public Radio's full Minnesota State Fair schedule and join us on the corner of Judson and Nelson now through Labor Day for live broadcasts and performances!

Songs Performed

"Kingpin" off What You Gonna Do?
"Neighbor Boys" off Junkyard Rhythm

Hosted by Mary Lucia
Produced by Derrick Stevens
Engineered by Mike DeMark

Previously:

Pert Near Sandstone performs live at the MN State Fair
Bomba De Luz performs live at the MN State Fair
Lucy Michelle and the Velvet Lapelles perform live at the MN State Fair