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
Baroda in Berrien County: A Brief History and Photos, 1900-2000s
The Michigan town of Baroda doesn't seem to be known by most Michiganders...so it's time you found out a little something. Here's a brief history and some vintage photos!
Children’s Playgrounds of Michigan, 1900-1950
Most playground equipment we had as kids have been eliminated for today's school children. Are they still having fun? Here are some old photos...
Hidden Graves, Treasure and a “House of Virgins” on This Michigan Island
Hidden treasure, unmarked graves, a cabin full of guarded women...now this Michigan island is completely uninhabited. Here are details...
Vintage Photos of Perry, Including the 1913 Fire That Almost Ruined the Town
A 1913 fire blazed thru Perry that almost brought the town down. Here's a brief history and old photos 'before-and-after' the fire...
Jackson Memories of Hotel Hayes, Kelsey-Hayes, and an Empty Sears
Jackson has endless history and fond memories...here are three with brief details and photos...
Entrican, the Shadow Town of Montcalm County
Entrican was growing well in the late 1800s and then a new invention caused its decline. Details and photos are here...
A True Michigan Ghost Town: The Remains of Bell, in Presque Isle County
All alone in the woods, no people, and few building parts remaining. A true Michigan ghost town you should visit! Details and photos are here...
Vintage and Rare Photos of Jackson, 1900-1939
Here are over 50 vintage - and some rare - photos of what Jackson was like in the early 1900s!
Inside an Abandoned Funeral Home in Flint
The cremated remains of a dozen people were found inside this abandoned Funeral home in Flint. See what the place looks like inside...
Inside the Grand Riviera Theatre, Detroit – 1925
It was a lavish, splendiferous fantasyland come to life...and it was just a movie house. Here are many photos and details!