John has spent over 50 years as an entertainer: Rock musician/singer, TV host, author, columnist, actor, producer, emcee and radio broadcaster. John and 16th U.S. president Abraham Lincoln are cousins. Favorite actors/actresses include: Clint Eastwood, Dustin Hoffman, Johnny Depp, Susan Sarandon and Richard Dreyfuss. As for favorite television shows, nowadays everything on TV stinks (unless it's an historic documentary). Favorite music of all-time includes surf, psychedelia, garage bands, Motown and just plain ol’ good time Rock & Roll. His NEWEST book, "Paranormal Michigan" has been released and his rock trivia books, “Johnny’s Vintage Rock 'n' Roll Q&A" and "Johnny's Jukebox Trivia” are available as well. Make sure you check out his "Haunted Michigan" page found on this site.
John Robinson
MICHIGAN ROADTRIP: The Pickle Barrel House, in Grand Marais
It started out as an idea from a 1914 cartoon strip. CLICK IN for details, pictures, and where to visit!
ABANDONED MICHIGAN: The Miracle Twin Drive-In Theater, Burton
The Miracle Twin Drive-in screens still stand, deteriorating as time goes by. CLICK IN to see current photos of this old drive-in movie theater!
MICHIGAN ROADTRIP: The Legend of Irish Hollow Cemetery
This old U.P. cemetery is not without its own personal legend. CLICK IN to read the tale, see photos, and learn the location where you can visit...
MICHIGAN SHIPWRECK: The ‘America’, Isle Royale, Lake Superior
CLICK IN to go underwater and see photos of this historic 1928 Michigan shipwreck!
Thomas Edison’s Twelve Years in Michigan
CLICK IN to see the Michigan train depot where Thomas Edison worked as a boy and find out where you can visit!
MICHIGAN ROADTRIP: Maple River State Game Area
We come across this every time we drive north, but only a handful of people know a few facts about it. CLICK IN for info on this and the village it was named after!
MICHIGAN ‘LOST’ TOWN, Amber, in Mason County
This mid-1800's village got lost between two other Michigan cities. CLICK IN for info, location, and photos!
MICHIGAN ‘LOST’ TOWN: Three Churches, in Bay County
The village of 'Three Churches' never got off the ground, but the churches remain and prosper. CLICK IN to see where this 'lost' Michigan town sits!
The Legend of White Rock in Huron County
Is this boulder off shore in Lake Huron cursed? Some say so. There's some history about this you should read - CLICK IN and find out more!
Aretha Franklin’s Memphis Birthplace & Detroit House
One year ago we lost Aretha. CLICK IN for photos of her Memphis birthplace and go inside one of her lavish Detroit homes!