Fan Favorite: Bobby Mackey's Music World | Morbid | Podcast
- Nov 25, 2024
- 1:28:07
- Full Episode
This episode is a fan favorite that was originally published as Episode 476. We hope that you have a happy and safe holiday!
When musician Bobby Mackey opened Bobby Mackey’s Music World in 1978, he had hoped for nothing more than to open a small nightclub where audiences could enjoy the traditional country music he had devoted his life to for decades. Yet before the club was even opened, it was apparent to Bobby, his wife Janet, and manager Carl that whatever the new night club was going to be, it would be anything but normal.
In the decades since it opened, Bobby Mackey’s Music World has gained a reputation, not just as a one of Kentucky’s enduring country western clubs, but as one of America’s supposedly most haunted locations. Indeed, Bobby Mackey’s is said to be the home of several spirits whose lives revolved around, and in some cases ended on the property, including the ghosts of a lovesick showgirl, a headless pregnant woman, and the two Satan-worshipping men who took her head.
Thank you to the glorious David White for research assistance :)
References
Associated Press. 1978. "State to probe fire at club near Newport." Courier-Journal, July 10: 6.
—. 1993. "Legality of lawsuit blaming bar for ghost antics to be decided." Messenger-Inquirer, October 23: 17.
Caraway, Robin. 2006. "Wilder nightclub site has storied past." Cincinnati Post, July 17: 14.
Chicago Chronicle. 1896. "Pearl Bryan's story." Chicago Chronicle, May 10: 33.
Cincinnati Enquirer. 1979. "Kentucky closes Mackey's club, citing faulty wiriing, sprinkler." Cincinnati Enquirer, December 16: 26.
—. 1978. "Wilder police chief wants state to close Hard Rock Cafe." Cincinnati Enquirer, January 17: 17.
Hensley, Douglas. 2005. Hell's Gate: Terror at Bobby Mackey's Music World. Denver, CO: Outskirts Press.
Moores, Lew. 1993. "Court filing by club's lawyer is poetry in motion." Cincinnati Enquirer, October 22: 26.
2005. A Haunting. Television. Directed by Joe Wiecha. Performed by New Dominion Pictures.
Wecker, David. 1991. "Bobby Mackey demon story: truth or bull." Cincinnati Post, July 9: 11.
Wolfson, Andrew. 2022. "A twisted tale: A failed abortion, a beheading and pennies left heads up at a grave." Courier Journal, May 4. Connect with Wondery http://wondery.com/shows http://facebook.com/WonderyMedia http://twitter.com/WonderyMedia http://instagram.com/WonderyMedia
Brief Summary
Bobby Mackey's Music World is haunted by tragic history and ghostly encounters, including the murder of Pearl Bryan and subsequent exorcisms.
Key points
- Thanksgiving Gratitude. The hosts express their gratitude to listeners and share Thanksgiving wishes.
- The Murder of Pearl Brian. A tragic story unfolds about Pearl Brian, who was murdered in 1896.
- Violence at the Hard Rock Cafe. The Hard Rock Cafe becomes known for violence and crime, with multiple murders reported.
- The Club's Haunting Atmosphere. Janet feels an unsettling energy in the club, sensing they are not alone.
- Carl's Eerie Introduction. Carl Lawson introduces himself with a chilling revelation about the club's past.
- The Haunted Club. Carl believes the club is haunted and tries to convince Bobby to address it.
Episode highlights
- Thanksgiving GratitudeThe hosts express their gratitude to listeners and share Thanksgiving wishes.“we're thankful for you beautiful”0:43Nov 25, 2024
- The Murder of Pearl BrianA tragic story unfolds about Pearl Brian, who was murdered in 1896.“her body was found decapitated”10:08Nov 25, 2024
- Violence at the Hard Rock CafeThe Hard Rock Cafe becomes known for violence and crime, with multiple murders reported.“we have had an awful lot of trouble down there”19:39Nov 25, 2024
- The Club's Haunting AtmosphereJanet feels an unsettling energy in the club, sensing they are not alone.“I wanted to get out of there as soon as possible.”24:14Nov 25, 2024
- Carl's Eerie IntroductionCarl Lawson introduces himself with a chilling revelation about the club's past.“I saw a guy get killed here once.”27:21Nov 25, 2024
- The Haunted ClubCarl believes the club is haunted and tries to convince Bobby to address it.“Hey dude, this place is haunted!”40:18Nov 25, 2024
- Johanna's Diary DiscoveryCarl finds a diary belonging to Johanna, a former showgirl with a tragic love story.“Shut up!”49:07Nov 25, 2024
- Carl's DistressCarl becomes increasingly erratic after discovering a well in the basement.“I wouldn't know which Carl I was talking to.”55:53Nov 25, 2024
