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
Visit “Bewitched” Star Dick York’s Michigan Grave & Former Home
One of Classic TV's best-loved characters was "Darrin Stevens" as portrayed by Dick York. Mr. York lived his last days in Michigan, so CLICK IN and see where he used to live and where he currently lies.
ABANDONED MICHIGAN: Remains of Al Capone’s Safe House
Of all the rumored places in Michigan where Al Capone supposedly holed up, this one seems to have many believers. CLICK IN for info, photos, and location!
Michigan’s Drive-in Movie Theaters: Past & Present
CLICK IN for photos of abandoned Mid-Michigan drive-in theaters, AND find out where there are some still open for business!
The Biggest Weiner in Michigan!
No, really - it is. Check it out for yourself. CLICK IN for photos and location!
Yes, There Were Pirates on the Great Lakes
Pirates sailed the Great Lakes for a few hundred years, smuggling and bootlegging. Are there any pirate treasures at the bottom of any of our Great Lakes? CLICK IN for some details on the pirates that once roamed Michigan waters!
The Legend of Mackinac’s “Crack-In-The-Island”
This huge crack in Mackinac Island is big enough to walk through. CLICK IN for details, photos, location, and the legend!
The ‘Lost’ Michigan Town That Was Visited by President Nixon
The "hardly-a-town" of Ivanhoe in the Thumb just has a church. That's it. But Prez Nixon visited in 1974. CLICK IN for details, photos, and location!
MICHIGAN ‘LOST’ TOWN: Rodney, in Mecosta County
The 'lost' town of Rodney happens to be the home of characters found in Lansing native Jef Mallett's comic strip "Frazz". CLICK IN for photos, location, and some history!
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!
Bathtub Island in Lake Superior Can Only Fit Three or Four People
This could be a Michigan roadtrip you won't soon forget. It'll be a memorable drive! CLICK IN for location and directions!