I have spent 55 years as an entertainer: Rock musician/singer, TV host, author, columnist, actor, producer, emcee and radio broadcaster. The 16th U.S. president, Abraham Lincoln, is my cousin. 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 a historic documentary). Favorite music of all-time includes surf, psychedelia, garage bands, Motown and just plain ol’ good time Rock & Roll. I have eight books out: "Johnny's Jukebox Word Search: The 60s", “Johnny’s Vintage Rock 'n' Roll Q&A", "Johnny's Jukebox Trivia”, "Paranormal Michigan", "Paranormal Michigan 2", "Steve The Cat", "Monster Memes #1" and "Monster Memes #2". Make sure you check out my "Haunted Michigan" page, too!
John Robinson
Vintage Images of Michigan Moms: 1860s-1950s
Whether your mom is still around or not, any day is a good day to honor her. Here's a look back at many Michigan moms going back as far as the 1860s...
Abandoned Thrift Shop in Northern Michigan: Computer Still Hooked Up and Working
Amazing - everything was left behind on shelves, in boxes...and it looks like someone was living here...
The Phrase “What the Sam Hill” Was Based on a Man From Marshall, Michigan
Sam Hill lived from 1815-1889 and was notorious for something that eventually led to this well-known phrase. Details are here...
Long Gone: Liberty Amusement Park, Battle Creek, Michigan: 1864-1932
It was one of Michigan's top amusement parks, then POOF - it was shut down. Here are details and some vintage photos!
The “Dead” Orchards Mall, Benton Harbor, Michigan: Taken Over By Seagulls
Not yet abandoned, even though it appears to be. Seagulls have taken over the roof, leaving their 'calling cards' all over the outside walls. Info & photos are here...
Michigan Tornadoes: Where They Occur The Most – and Where They Don’t
It happens every year, without fail. Here are some Michigan tornado facts and images of their destruction throughout our state...
Was Jack The Ripper A Former University of Michigan Student?
The 1880s-1890s crimes of 'Jack the Ripper' have been connected to this former University of Michigan student. Plausible or a long shot? Details are here...
The Connection Between Port Austin & Alpena, Michigan and the Assassinations of Two U.S. Presidents
It was a twist of irony that involved Michigan with the fates of Presidents Garfield & McKinley. Details and photos are here...
Started in Charlotte, the Duplex Truck Company in Lansing Helped Win WWII
It started in Charlotte and moved to Lansing in 1918. This now-defunct vehicle company folded in 1955. Take a look at some photos...
Who Came Up With Michigan’s Great Seal/Coat of Arms Design and What Does It Mean?
Where did the design originate? Who designed it? What do the items mean? Answers are here...