Michigan Murders & Music

Send us a text message ! This episode examines the terrifying case of Elias Abuelazam , the man whose sudden eruption of violence left multiple Michigan communities paralyzed with fear. Known in headlines as the “Serial Stabber,” Abuelazam targeted strangers in a series of brutal, unprovoked attacks that seemed to come out of nowhere — a spree that left investigators scrambling and residents afrai...

Send us a text message ! This episode unpacks the bizarre, tangled, and ultimately tragic case of Richard Davis — though listeners quickly learn why the hosts can’t resist stumbling over his name. What begins as a small‑town story out of Pittsford soon spirals into a tale of deception, volatility, and a man whose behavior left friends, neighbors, and investigators shaking their heads in disbelief....

Send us a text message ! This episode digs into the terrifying case of Benjamin “Tony” Atkins , the man infamously known as the Woodward Corridor Killer — a predator whose violent spree in Detroit left a trail of fear, grief, and unanswered questions. Operating in the early 1990s, Atkins targeted some of the city’s most vulnerable women, committing a series of brutal murders that overwhelmed inves...

Send us a text message ! This episode dives into one of Michigan’s most chilling and unusual true‑crime stories — the tale of Danny and Larry Ranes , two brothers whose paths twisted into violence, murder, and a legacy that still unsettles the state decades later. Known collectively as “The Hearsemen,” the Ranes brothers terrorized West Michigan in the 1960s and 70s, each committing brutal crimes...

Send us a text message ! This episode takes listeners into one of Michigan’s strangest blends of true crime and ghost‑story lore — the tale of Warren Randall , the one‑legged watchman whose violent death in the early 1900s sparked more than a century of eerie rumors inside the old Michigan Bell Building. What begins as a grim domestic tragedy soon morphs into one of the state’s most enduring haunt...

Send us a text message ! This episode dives into the chaotic, unsettling, and downright bizarre case of Carnigie , a man whose unraveling mental state and explosive behavior turned a once‑ordinary life into a spiraling true‑crime spectacle. What starts as a portrait of a troubled individual quickly escalates into a series of unpredictable, dangerous events that left a community stunned and scrambl...

Send us a text message ! This episode plunges into one of Michigan’s most disturbing and surreal true‑crime cases — the story of Brady Oestrike , a man whose double life spiraled into violence, deception, and a horrifying crime that stunned the state. Known online for his bizarre “medieval” fantasies and dark obsessions, Oestrike crafted a persona that blurred the line between role‑play and realit...

Send us a text message ! This episode unravels the tragic and deeply perplexing disappearance of Cullen Finnerty , the beloved Grand Valley State quarterback whose larger‑than‑life presence on the field made his sudden vanishing all the more shocking. What begins as a missing‑person search in the Michigan wilderness quickly turns into a case clouded by confusion, conflicting theories, and a heartb...

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Send us a text message ! In this gripping continuation of the John McRae saga, the hosts return to one of Michigan’s most disturbing and far‑reaching criminal histories. “Nae Nae Pt. 2” digs deeper into McRae’s life after his first conviction — a story marked by manipulation, secrecy, and a chilling ability to hide in plain sight. What emerges is a portrait of a man who managed to evade suspicion...

Send us a text message ! This episode marks the beginning of one of the most disturbing multi‑part stories in Michigan’s criminal history — the early years of John McRae , a boy whose violent impulses and chilling lack of remorse set the stage for decades of tragedy. “Nae Nae Pt. 1” traces McRae’s childhood, the warning signs that were ignored, and the shocking crime that first brought his name in...

Send us a text message ! This episode unpacks the violent and chaotic case of Jason Klemp , a night that began with casual drinks at The Attic and spiraled into one of the most shocking assaults in the area’s recent memory. What starts as a typical night out quickly devolves into confusion, rage, and brutality — a sequence of events that left investigators piecing together a timeline clouded by al...

Send us a text message ! This episode barrels through one of the most chaotic stretches of criminal mayhem Michigan has ever seen — a two‑week spree where seven different people managed to unleash a whirlwind of violence, stupidity, desperation, and pure bad decision‑making. It’s the kind of story that feels too wild to be real, yet every twist is pulled straight from police reports, court records...

Send us a text message ! Would you enjoy just hearing the tunes from our featured bands???   Here's our first compilation out of many to come.    Please download and enjoy!! Please check these bands out and let them know that The Boots sent you!   We love our local music scene.  You can find most of this music on bandcamp.com.  Thank you for supporting the podcast and local music....either ou...

Send us a text message ! This episode turns its focus to one of Michigan’s most heartbreaking and enduring mysteries — the disappearance and death of Amanda Lankey , a bright 13‑year‑old girl who vanished from a friend’s home in June 2004 and was later found murdered. More than two decades later, the case remains unsolved, leaving a family without answers and a community still haunted by the quest...

Send us a text message ! This episode dives into the chilling case of John Eric Armstrong , a serial predator whose crimes spanned states, military bases, and even continents before finally coming to light in Michigan. The hosts refuse to dignify him with the name “Eric,” and for good reason — Armstrong’s double life as a Navy serviceman and violent offender reveals a disturbing pattern of manipul...

Send us a text message ! This episode unravels the explosive and deeply unsettling case of Raymond Lee Baily , a man whose simmering anger and unraveling personal life culminated in a shocking act of violence that stunned his community. What begins as a portrait of a troubled individual spiraling out of control quickly escalates into a tragedy marked by rage, desperation, and irreversible conseque...

Send us a text message ! This episode travels to the small town of Bad Axe, Michigan , where the seemingly respectable life of Dr. MacGregor hides a dark and violent undercurrent. What begins as the story of a trusted local physician quickly unravels into a tale of manipulation, control, and a shocking crime that left the community stunned. Behind the professional title and polished exterior was a...

Send us a text message ! This episode dives into the wild, emotionally charged, and morally tangled story of the Verellen sisters , a pair whose lives collided with violence, fear, and a desperate attempt to take justice into their own hands. What begins as a case rooted in trauma and survival quickly spirals into a vigilante tale that left a community stunned and law enforcement scrambling to unt...

Send us a text message ! This episode continues the harrowing deep dive into the life and crimes of Marvin Gabrion , one of the most volatile, manipulative, and dangerous offenders ever to come out of Michigan. Part 2 picks up where the first installment left off — moving from Gabrion’s chaotic, violent past into the investigation, trial, and the unprecedented legal outcome that made him the first...

Send us a text message ! This episode begins the two‑part descent into the life and crimes of Marvin Gabrion , one of the most violent, unpredictable, and manipulative offenders Michigan has ever encountered. Part 1 traces Gabrion’s chaotic early years, his long trail of assaults, threats, and terror, and the escalating behavior that made him a walking storm of danger long before his most infamous...

Send us a text message ! Leslie Allen Williams should have been put away for good years ago, yet somehow he slipped through the system time & time again.  To the detriment of 3 families.  Leaving you with a happy ending and on a good note, as always.  This week we are featuring   GIMMICK! Gimmick Bandcamp: http://gimmickband.bandcamp.com/ Gmail: bandgimmick@gmail.com Instagram https://www.inst...

Send us a text message ! Soundtrack #2 The Bitters:  Fist City The Setbacks:  Inside Out The Icicles:  Outside In Mustard Plug:  Mr. Smiley Lazy  Hands at the Tip Top Deluxe Moonrays Dead Eye Zack:  Monkey Business Black Bear Blonde:  I’m In Love With a Satanist Swinehearts:  Batman is Gay Fukashima Daisies:  JFC Brother Adams:  Waves Michigan Murders & Music MERCH:    https://shop.spreadshirt...

Send us a text message ! This time we highlight the life of the victim, as it was years ago.     His life appeared to be worth celebrating.  When he gave this young Mary Adams-Sanderson an opportunity, she wasted no time in blowing it. Leaving you with a happy ending and on a good note, as always.  This week we are featuring The Bitters. The Bitters Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The-Bitters-1...

Send us a text message ! Daniel Clay seemed like a good guy, until you dig into his past.   Follow this hallowed nightmare through his demise.  Leaving Poison Ivy left behind.  :(      Leaving you with a happy ending and on a good note, as always.  This week we are featuring The Setbacks. The Setbacks Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thebluebridgegr?mibextid=ZbWKwL Bandcamp: https://thesetbacksg...