Dragonfly: Brett Cantor Murder Mystery
This true crime podcast from Casefile Presents investigates the 1993 murder of Brett Cantor, a young A&R executive who helped discover bands like Rage Against the Machine. The series explores the dark side of the 1990s Hollywood club scene and the nightlife figures who ruled it. Through a three-year cold case investigation, the podcast reveals new findings about Cantor's final days and the unsolved murder that shocked the music industry.
Episodes
Episode 11: New Clues Uncovered
The Dragonfly investigative team returns with a shocking update on Brett Cantor's cold case. Retired homicide detective Pat Tapia reveals fresh clues, a new potential suspect, and a tragic twist of fate that adds another compelling chapter to his mysterious murder. With each lead, the team edges closer to the truth—yet disturbing connections to other crimes suggest that what happened in 1993 could
Episode 10: Cold Case Roundtable
Join the Dragonfly team for a cold-case roundtable discussion led by music journalist and best-selling author Paul Stenning. They answer questions about their three-year quest to unravel the mystery surrounding Brett Cantor’s unsolved murder and what's next for the case.*****Narration – Jacy Nova & Thom DreProducers - Jacy Nova, Pat Tapia, Thom Dre, Marc Cantor, and Georgie RutherfordAudio Pro
Episode 9: We Live to Remember
We pay tribute to Brett Cantor, his late father Paul, and brother Cliff, who sadly passed away in 2014. We hear from those who knew Brett best, as they reflect on the lasting impact of his unsolved murder and the void it has left in their lives.*****Narration – Jacy Nova & Thom DreProducers - Jacy Nova, Pat Tapia, Thom Dre, Marc Cantor, and Georgie RutherfordAudio Producer - Christopher LangDe
Episode 8: DNA Investigation
Rose McGowan continues to seek justice for Brett Cantor and his family. After she has a chance meeting with LA Police Chief Bratton in 2006, he agrees to take another look at Brett’s case. New clues from the 1993 crime scene point to a potential person of interest, but are they a DNA match?*****Narration – Jacy Nova & Thom DreProducers - Jacy Nova, Pat Tapia, Thom Dre, Marc Cantor, and Georgie
Episode 7: Someone Knows Something
The LA nightclub world is often called a 'dirty, dirty business,' where power, money, and fame intertwine in the shadows. We uncover potential connections between Brett Cantor's murder and other infamous crimes committed by key players from the '90s Hollywood club scene.*****Narration – Jacy Nova & Thom DreProducers - Jacy Nova, Pat Tapia, Thom Dre, Marc Cantor, and Georgie RutherfordAudio Pro
Episode 6: OJ Simpson Trial
We go behind the scenes of the notorious O.J. Simpson trial. The case takes a surprising twist when O.J.’s defense team attempts to connect Brett Cantor’s unsolved murder to the double homicide of Nicole Brown Simpson and her friend Ron Goldman.*****Narration – Jacy Nova & Thom DreProducers - Jacy Nova, Pat Tapia, Thom Dre, Marc Cantor, and Georgie RutherfordAudio Producer - Christopher LangDe
Episode 5: Everyone Has Secrets
Another devastating tragedy rocks Hollywood in the wake of Brett Cantor's murder, when actor River Phoenix dies of a drug overdose outside the Viper Room. We uncover a web of secrets, where key information may hold the answers to solving Brett's cold case.*****Narration – Jacy Nova & Thom DreProducers - Jacy Nova, Pat Tapia, Thom Dre, Marc Cantor, and Georgie RutherfordAudio Producer - Christo
Episode 4: Homicide Investigation
The music industry is shocked by the news of Brett Cantor's murder. Homicide Detective Rick Jackson takes charge of the investigation, following clues the killers left behind and considering potential suspects.*****Narration – Jacy Nova & Thom DreProducers - Producers - Jacy Nova, Pat Tapia, Thom Dre, Marc Cantor, and Georgie RutherfordAudio Producer - Christopher LangDesign – Paulina Szymansk
Episode 3: Freaks of the Industry
Brett Cantor’s life is hitting all the right notes. He is an A&R executive for Chrysalis Music, co-owner of the nightclub Dragonfly, and dating actress Rose McGowan. But his life takes a tragic turn on July 30, 1993.*****Narration – Jacy Nova & Thom DreProducers - Jacy Nova, Pat Tapia, Thom Dre, Marc Cantor, and Georgie RutherfordAudio Producer - Christopher Lang,Design – Paulina Szymanska
Episode 2: Soul Power
Growing up surrounded by R&B legends, Brett Cantor was destined to follow in the footsteps of his father, who managed Dionne Warwick's career for 19 years. Brett quickly rises to become Hollywood's top underground club promoter, but his success attracts a few enemies along the way.*****Narration – Jacy Nova & Thom DreProducers - Jacy Nova, Pat Tapia, Thom Dre, Marc Cantor, and Georgie Ruth
Episode 1: Welcome to the Jungle
We go behind the velvet ropes to explore the dark side of the Hollywood club scene and the nightlife king and queen pins who ruled it. Following the unexpected twists and turns of life in the fast lane, we uncover the unsolved murder of Dragonfly nightclub owner, Brett Cantor.*****Narration – Jacy Nova & Thom DreProducers - Jacy Nova, Pat Tapia, Thom Dre, Marc Cantor, and Georgie RutherfordAud
Trailer
Step inside the shadowy world of the 90s music industry with Casefile Presents.We go behind the velvet ropes to explore the dark side of the Hollywood club scene and the nightlife king and queen pins who ruled it. In this world, secrets trade hands like currency; among the most compelling is who murdered Brett Cantor.The tragic death of Brett Cantor sent shockwaves throughout the entertainment ind
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