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Musical lineup includes
Local bands like Blonde and the Bohunk and Runestone Rebellion to others like Mollie B and Squeezebox and Jameson Rodgers are sure to entertain crowds at this year’s Douglas County Fair.
Here’s a rundown of the various musical acts during the four-day event:
Wednesday, Aug. 16
10 a.m.-Noon. Nathan’s Oldtime Band on the Hubbard Radio Stage
Started in January 2012 by a group of young musicians, this band’s polka and country music unites all age groups in dance and having fun.
12-4 p.m. Katy’s Swing Band on the Knute Nelson Heritage Stage
These musicians, based at the Alexandria Senior Center, play music of various genres including swing, rock and roll, big band dance music and show tunes. They perform for various community events throughout the year.
7-10 p.m. Fabulous Armadillos on the Alomere Health Main Stage
This St. Cloud band recreates songs from many musical genres, including country, Motown, heavy metal and 70’s soft rock. They are known for their themed shows at Pioneer Place On Fifth Theater in
St. Cloud. Their name derives from a nickname for keyboardist Greg “Gary D.” Armstrong, once a member of the Bobby Vee Band, and they call their fans “Dilloheads.”
Thursday, Aug. 17
4:30-7:30 p.m. Rick Fiedler on the Hubbard Radio Stage
Raised in Wheaton, Rick Fiedler has been playing guitar and lending his vocal talents to audiences since he was a young man. He is best known for his 80s and 90s country show, along with classic rock.
8 -11 p.m. Eli Alger & the Faster Horses on the Alomere Health Main Stage
This band plays both kinds of music – country and western. Eli has opened for major acts like Randall King, Lorrie Morgan, Jesse Keith Whitley, Tyler Booth and James Carothers
Friday, Aug. 18
Noon-2 p.m. Mikko and Friends on the Knute Nelson Heritage Stage
Mikko Cowdery of Osakis has been a miner and a newspaper publisher. He is now known for the Celtic, Irish and folk music he performs on a multitude of instruments, alone and in groups.