JIN Records

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Jin Records, a small but influential record label based in Ville Platte, Louisiana, was founded in 1955-1958 by Floyd Soileau. The label played a crucial role in promoting Cajun, swamp pop, and Louisiana-based rhythm and blues music. It became widely recognized for its dedication to preserving the regional musical styles of south Louisiana, particularly in the 1950s and 1960s. Jin records released in 1960 are: Jin 45-122 up to and including Jin 45-148

Jin Records primarily focused on swamp pop, a genre blending New Orleans-style rhythm and blues with Cajun and country influences, which flourished in Louisiana and east Texas. The label released music by numerous local artists, many of whom became important figures in the swamp pop genre. Jin Records helped bring these regional sounds to a wider audience, earning a place in Louisiana’s rich musical heritage.

CHUCK MARTIN and THE HONEY DRIPPERS: As Long As I Have You b/w Oh Susanna 7" Vinyl Record

Collector Notes: The "As Long as I Have You" / "Oh Susanna" single by Chuck Martin and the Honey Drippers is a rare and intriguing release from 1960, capturing a unique moment in early Texas rock and blues. Featuring Johnny Winter on guitar and Edgar Winter on saxophone, this record showcases the emerging talents of the Winter brothers as they add their unmistakable style to Martin’s vocals and rhythm.

This single, recorded and released in 1960, is highly valued by collectors for its rarity and the involvement of the Winter brothers before their rise to fame. As an early example of their collaborative work, it captures the spirit and experimentation of the Texas music scene, making it a prized addition for enthusiasts of vintage blues and rock history.

As Long As I Have You (C. Martin)

Vinyl record label for the single 'As Long as I Have You' by Chuck Martin and The Honey Drippers, released under Jin Records with catalog number 45-128.
Vinyl label for Chuck Martin and The Honey Drippers' single 'As Long as I Have You' on Jin Records.

Music Genre:

Doo-Wop, 1960s Texas Pop

Band-Name/Performers:

CHUCK MARTIN and THE HONEY DRIPPERS

Record Label Information

JIN 45-128 / J-7368

JIN
Always in the Spotlite

45-128
Flat Town Music
BMI

AS LONG AS I HAVE YOU
(C. Martin)
CHUCK MARTIN
and
THE HONEY DRIPPERS

J-7368

Oh Susanna (C. Martin)

Vinyl record label for the single 'Oh Susanna' by Chuck Martin and The Honey Drippers, released under Jin Records with catalog number 45-128.
Vinyl label for Chuck Martin and The Honey Drippers' single 'Oh Susanna' on Jin Records.

Music Genre:

Doo-Wop, 1960s Texas Pop

Band-Name/Performers:

CHUCK MARTIN and THE HONEY DRIPPERS

Record Label Information

JIN 45-128 / J-7369

JIN
Always in the Spotlite

45-128
Flat Town Music
BMI

OH SUSANNA
(C. Martin)
CHUCK MARTIN
and
THE HONEY DRIPPERS

J-7369

RONNIE BENNETT and THE ROYALS: Have You Ever Watched A Tear Drop? b/w True Love True Love 7" Vinyl Record
Have You Ever Watched A Tear Drop? (R. Bennett - H. Meaux)

Vinyl record label for 'Have You Ever Watched a Tear Drop?' by Ronnie Bennett and The Royals on Jin Records, catalog number J-7394.
Label of the 45 RPM single "Have You Ever Watched a Tear Drop?" by Ronnie Bennett and The Royals, released on Jin Records.

Music Genre:

Doo-Wop, Soul, 1960s Texas Pop

Band-Name/Performers:

RONNIE BENNETT and THE ROYALS

Record Label Information

JIN 45-143 / J-7394

JIN
ALWAYS IN THE SPOTLITE

45-143
Crazy Cajun Mus.
Flat Town Mus.
BMI

VOCAL J-7394

HAVE YOU EVER WATCHED A TEAR DROP?
(R. Bennett - H. Meaux)
RONNIE BENNETT
and
THE ROYALS

True Love True Love (R. Bennett - H. Meaux)

Vinyl record label for 'True Love True Love' by Ronnie Bennett and The Royals on Jin Records, catalog number J-7395.
Label of the 45 RPM single "True Love True Love" by Ronnie Bennett and The Royals, released on Jin Records.

Music Genre:

Doo-Wop, Soul, 1960s Texas Pop

Band-Name/Performers:

RONNIE BENNETT and THE ROYALS

Record Label Information

JIN 45-143 / J-7395

JIN
ALWAYS IN THE SPOTLITE

45-143
Crazy Cajun Mus.
Flat Town Mus.
BMI

VOCAL J-7395

TRUE LOVE TRUE LOVE
(R. Bennett - H. Meaux)
RONNIE BENNETT
and
THE ROYALS

JOE BARRY: I'm A Fool To Care b/w I Got A Feeling 7" Vinyl Record
I'm A Fool To Care

Vinyl record label for 'I'm A Fool to Care' by Joe Barry on Jin Records, catalog number J-7396
Label of the 45 RPM single "I'm A Fool to Care" by Joe Barry, released on Jin Records.

Music Genre:

Doo-Wop, 1960 Texas Pop

Band-Name/Performers:

JOE BARRY

Record Label Information

JIN 45-144 / J-7396

JIN
ALWAYS IN THE SPOTLITE

45-144
Peer Int'l.
BMI

VOCAL J-7396

I'M A FOOL TO CARE
JOE BARRY

I Got A Feeling (Barrios)

Vinyl record label for 'I Got a Feeling' by Joe Barry on Jin Records, catalog number J-7397.
Label of the 45 RPM single "I Got a Feeling" by Joe Barry, released on Jin Records

Music Genre:

Doo-Wop, 1960 Texas Pop

Band-Name/Performers:

JOE BARRY

Record Label Information

JIN 45-144 / J-7397

JIN
ALWAYS IN THE SPOTLITE

45-144
Flat Town Music
Crazy Cajun Mus.
BMI

VOCAL J-7397

I GOT A FEELING
(Barrios)
JOE BARRY

JOE BARRY: Teardrops In My Heart b/w For You Sunshine 7" Vinyl Record
Teardrops In My Heart (V. Horton)

Vinyl record label for 'Teardrops in My Heart' by Joe Barry on Jin Records, catalog number J-7412.
Label of the 45 RPM single "Teardrops in My Heart" by Joe Barry, released on Jin Records.

Music Genre:

Doo-Wop, Soul, 1960s Texas Pop

Band-Name/Performers:

JOE BARRY

Record Label Information

JIN 45-152 / J-7412

JIN
ALWAYS IN THE SPOTLITE

45-152
Southern Music
ASCAP
Huey P. Meaux
A & R

VOCAL J-7412

TEARDROPS IN MY HEART
(V. Horton)
JOE BARRY

For You Sunshine (Barrios-Tucker)

Vinyl record label for 'For You Sunshine' by Joe Barry on Jin Records, catalog number J-7413.
Label of the 45 RPM single "For You Sunshine" by Joe Barry, released on Jin Records.

Music Genre:

Doo-Wop, Soul, 1960s Texas Pop

Band-Name/Performers:

JOE BARRY

Record Label Information

JIN 45-152 / J-7413

JIN
ALWAYS IN THE SPOTLITE

45-152
Glad Music,
Flat Town Music
BMI
Huey P. Meaux,
A & R

VOCAL J-7413

FOR YOU SUNSHINE
(Barrios-Tucker)
JOE BARRY

BEN TERRELL and Johnny Winter's Band: Golly Gee b/w How Do You Live A Lie 7" Vinyl Record

Description: White Label Promo of the single "Golly Gee" b/w "How Do You Live A Lie" by Ben Terrell and Johnny Winter's Band was released in 1961.

Collector Notes: The "How Do You Live a Lie" / "Golly Gee" single by Ben Terrell and Johnny Winter's Band is a rare and evocative recording, later reissued on the Sideman label. Featuring Johnny Winter with his early band, this single captures the raw energy and skill that would later define Winter’s legendary blues-rock career.

The A-side, "How Do You Live a Lie," was penned by Jan Faggard of Neal and the Newcomers , adding a layer of connection to the Texas music scene of the time. This track showcases Johnny’s soulful guitar work and the band’s seamless synergy, perfectly complementing Terrell’s emotive vocals. On the B-side, "Golly Gee" delivers a lively, upbeat contrast, allowing Winter’s band to explore a more rhythmic, rock-influenced sound that demonstrates their versatility and skill.

This single has since been reissued on the CD compilation Sideman , preserving its place in the history of early Texas rock and blues. For collectors, it stands as a valuable piece of Johnny Winter’s pre-fame recordings and a testament to his early collaboration with other Texas artists who were shaping the regional music landscape.

Golly Gee (Sunny Ozuna)

Vinyl record label for 'Golly Gee' by Ben Terrell and Johnny Winter's Band on Jin Records, catalog number S-2025.
Label of the 45 RPM single "Golly Gee" by Ben Terrell and Johnny Winter's Band, released on Jin Records.

Music Genre:

Rock & Roll, Doo-Wop, 1960s Texas Pop

Band-Name/Performers:

BEN TERRELL and Johnny Winter's Band

Record Label Information

JIN 45-158 / (S-2025)

JIN
ALWAYS IN THE SPOTLITE

45-158
Eldrich Pub.
BMI

VOCAL
Time: 2:18
(S-2025)

GOLLY GEE
(Sunny Ozuna)
BEN TERRELL
and
Johnny Winter's Band

How Do You Live A Lie (Jon Foggard)

Vinyl record label for 'How Do You Live a Lie' by Ben Terrell and Johnny Winter's Band on Jin Records, catalog number S-2026.
Label of the 45 RPM single "How Do You Live a Lie" by Ben Terrell and Johnny Winter's Band, released on Jin Records.

Music Genre:

Rock & Roll, Doo-Wop, 1960s Texas Pop

Band-Name/Performers:

BEN TERRELL and Johnny Winter's Band

Record Label Information

JIN 45-158 / (S-2026)

JIN
ALWAYS IN THE SPOTLITE

45-158
Beau-Tex Music
Flat Town Music
BMI

VOCAL
Time: 2:57
(S-2026)

HOW DO YOU LIVE A LIE
(Jon Foggard)
BEN TERRELL
and
Johnny Winter's Band

BEN TERRELL and Johnny Winter's Band: How Do You Live A Lie b/w Golly Gee 7" Vinyl Record

Description: The single "How Do You Live A Lie" b/w "Golly Gee" by Ben Terrell and Johnny Winter's Band was released in 1961.

How Do You Live A Lie (Jan Faggard)

Record label for Ben Terrell and Johnny Winter's Band song titled 'How Do You Live a Lie,' with songwriting credit to Jan Faggard, produced by JIN Records.

Music Genre:

Rock & Roll, Doo-Wop, 1960s Texas Pop

Band-Name/Performers:

BEN TERRELL and Johnny Winter's Band

Record Label Information

JIN 45-158

JIN
ALWAYS IN THE SPOTLITE

45-158
Beau-Tex Music
Flat Town Music
BMI

HOW DO YOU LIVE A LIE
(Jan Faggard)
BEN TERRELL
and
Johnny Winter's Band

Vocal
Time 2:24

Golly Gee (Sunny Ozuna)

Record label for Ben Terrell and Johnny Winter's Band song titled 'Golly Gee,' with songwriting credit to Sunny Ozuna, produced by JIN Records.

Music Genre:

Rock & Roll, Doo-Wop, 1960s Texas Pop

Band-Name/Performers:

BEN TERRELL and Johnny Winter's Band

Record Label Information

JIN 45-158

JIN
ALWAYS IN THE SPOTLITE

45-158
Aldrich Publ.
BMI

GOLLY GEE
(Sunny Ozuna)
BEN TERRELL
and
Johnny Winter's Band

Vocal
Time 2:18

JUNIOR COLE and JOHNNY WINTER'S BAND: I Won't Cry b/w Coming Home 7" Vinyl Record

Description: Junior Cole was a singer from Beaumont, Texas, known for his collaboration with guitarist Johnny Winter in the early 1960s. His music, released on Jin Records, featured tracks like "I Won't Cry" and "Coming Home," both backed by Winter's band. These songs, written by Johnny Winter, are examples of Texas blues and rhythm and blues from that era. On Frolic records his name has been spelled as "Jr Cole" .

I Won't Cry (J. Winter)

Record label of Junior Cole's single 'I Won't Cry' with Johnny Winter's band, catalog number 45-163, duration 2:15, written by J. Winter, published by Beau-Tex, released on Jin Records.
Junior Cole's single 'I Won't Cry,' featuring Johnny Winter's band, released on Jin Records.

Music Genre:

Blues, Soul, Doo-Wop, 1960s Texas Pop

Band-Name/Performers:

JUNIOR COLE and JOHNNY WINTER'S BAND

Record Label Information

JIN 45-163 / J-7315

JIN
ALWAYS IN THE SPOTLITE

I WON'T CRY
(J. Winter)
JUNIOR COLE
and JOHNNY WINTER'S BAND

45-163
Beau-Tex, BMI
Time 2:15

Vocal
J-7315

Coming Home (J. Winter)

Record label of Junior Cole's single 'Coming Home' with Johnny Winter's band, catalog number 45-163, duration 2:12, written by J. Winter, published by Beau-Tex, released on Jin Records.
Junior Cole's single 'Coming Home,' featuring Johnny Winter's band, released on Jin Records.

Music Genre:

Blues, Soul, Doo-Wop, 1960s Texas Pop

Band-Name/Performers:

JUNIOR COLE and JOHNNY WINTER'S BAND

Record Label Information

JIN 45-163 / J-7316

JIN
ALWAYS IN THE SPOTLITE

COMING HOME
(J. Winter)
JUNIOR COLE
and JOHNNY WINTER'S BAND

45-163
Beau-Tex, BMI
Time 2:12

Vocal
J-7316

RONNIE BENNETT and JOHNNY WINTER'S BAND: A Dark Night, A Lonely Street b/w Traveling Mood 7" Vinyl Record

Description: This record is a white-label promotional release of Ronnie Bennett's single, "A Dark Night, A Lonely Street," featuring Johnny Winter's band. Issued by Jin Records with catalog number 45-166, this version was specifically designated for distribution to DJs only, intended to generate radio play and build interest before a general release. With its distinct white label, this promotional copy emphasizes exclusivity, making it a coveted piece for collectors and enthusiasts of early Texas blues and soul music.

A Dark Night, A Lonely Street (A. Duff)

White-label record of Ronnie Bennett's single 'A Dark Night, A Lonely Street' with Johnny Winter's band, catalog number 45-166, duration 2:28, written by A. Duff, published by Beau-Tex Music and Flat Town Music, released on Jin Records.
White-label release of Ronnie Bennett's single 'A Dark Night, A Lonely Street,' featuring Johnny Winter's band, on Jin Records

Music Genre:

Country, Doo-Wop, 1960s Texas Pop

Band-Name/Performers:

RONNIE BENNETT and JOHNNY WINTER'S BAND

Record Label Information

JIN 45-166 / J-7321

JIN
ALWAYS IN THE SPOTLITE

45-166

Beau-Tex Mus
Flat Town Mus
BMI
Time: 2:28
J-7321

A DARK NIGHT, A LONELY STREET
(A. Duff)
RONNIE BENNETT

and JOHNNY WINTER'S BAND

Traveling Mood (J. Waynes)

White label record titled 'Traveling Mood' by Ronnie Bennett and Johnny Winter's Band, with catalog number J-7322, released by Jin Records.
A rare white-label record of 'Traveling Mood' by Ronnie Bennett with Johnny Winter's Band, showcasing vintage Texas music.

Music Genre:

Country, Doo-Wop, 1960s Texas Pop

Band-Name/Performers:

RONNIE BENNETT and JOHNNY WINTER'S BAND

Record Label Information

JIN 45-166 / J-7322

JIN
ALWAYS IN THE SPOTLITE

45-166

Commodore
BMI
Time: 2:29
J-7322

TRAVELING MOOD
(J. Waynes)
RONNIE BENNETT
and JOHNNY WINTER'S BAND

RONNIE BENNETT and JOHNNY WINTER'S BAND: A Dark Night, A Lonely Street b/w Traveling Mood 7" Vinyl Record
A Dark Night, A Lonely Street (A. Duff)

Record label of Ronnie Bennett's single 'A Dark Night, A Lonely Street' with Johnny Winter's band, catalog number 45-166, duration 2:28, written by A. Duff, published by Beau-Tex Music and 1st Town Music, released on Jin Records.
Ronnie Bennett's single 'A Dark Night, A Lonely Street,' featuring Johnny Winter's band, released on Jin Records.

Music Genre:

Country, Doo-Wop, 1960s Texas Pop

Band-Name/Performers:

RONNIE BENNETT and JOHNNY WINTER'S BAND

Record Label Information

JIN 45-166 / J-7321

JIN
ALWAYS IN THE SPOTLITE
A DARK NIGHT, A LONELY STREET

(A. Duff)
RONNIE BENNETT
and JOHNNY WINTER'S BAND

45-166
Beau-Tex Music
1st Town Music
BMI

Time 2:28
Vocal
J-7321

Traveling Mood (J. Waynes)

Record label of Ronnie Bennett's single 'Traveling Mood' with Johnny Winter's band, catalog number 45-166, duration 2:29, written by J. Waynes, published by Commodore, released on Jin Records.
Ronnie Bennett's single 'Traveling Mood,' featuring Johnny Winter's band, released on Jin Records

Music Genre:

Country, Doo-Wop, 1960s Texas Pop

Band-Name/Performers:

RONNIE BENNETT and JOHNNY WINTER'S BAND

Record Label Information

JIN 45-166 / J-7322

JIN
ALWAYS IN THE SPOTLITE

TRAVELING MOOD
(J. Waynes)
RONNIE BENNETT
and JOHNNY WINTER'S BAND

45-166
Commodore
BMI

Time 2:29
Vocal
J-7322

LEE MARTIN: There Goes That Train 7" Vinyl Record
There Goes That Train (R. McGill)

Vinyl record label for the single 'There Goes That Train' by Lee Martin, released under Jin Records with catalog number 45-169.
Vinyl label for Lee Martin's single 'There Goes That Train' on Jin Records.

Music Genre:

Swamp Pop, 1960s Texas Pop

Band-Name/Performers:

LEE MARTIN

Record Label Information

JIN 45-169 / J-7327

JIN
Always in the Spotlite

45-169
Ver-Cel Pub. Co., BMI

THERE GOES THAT TRAIN
(R. McGill)
LEE MARTIN

Vocal
J-7327

BEN TERRELL: Her Love Belongs To Me b/w I Don't Hurt Anymore 7" Vinyl Record
Her Love Belongs To Me (Winters)

Vinyl record label for the single 'Her Love Belongs to Me' by Ben Terrell, released under Jin Records with catalog number 45-171.
Vinyl label for Ben Terrell's single 'Her Love Belongs to Me' on Jin Records.

Music Genre:

Rock & Roll, Doo-Wop, 1960s Texas Pop

Band-Name/Performers:

BEN TERRELL

Record Label Information

JIN 45-171 / J-7331

JIN
Always in the Spotlite

45-171
Hit Town Music
BMI-2:48

HER LOVE BELONGS TO ME
(Winters)
BEN TERRELL

Vocal
J-7331

I Don't Hurt Anymore (Robertson-Rollins)

Vinyl record label for the single 'I Don't Hurt Anymore' by Ben Terrell, released under Jin Records with catalog number 45-171.
Vinyl label for Ben Terrell's single 'I Don't Hurt Anymore' on Jin Records.

Music Genre:

Rock & Roll, Doo-Wop, 1960s Texas Pop

Band-Name/Performers:

BEN TERRELL

Record Label Information

JIN 45-171 / J-7332

JIN
Always in the Spotlite

45-171
BMI-2:00

I DON'T HURT ANYMORE
(Robertson-Rollins)
BEN TERRELL

Vocal
J-7332

TEXAS 'GUITAR' SLIM : Broke And Lonely b/w Crying In My Heart 7" Vinyl Record

Description: Texas "Guitar" Slim was one of the pseudonyms used by Johnny Winter. Originally released in 1961, the track "Broke and Lonely" has been re-recorded and released on Johnny Winter's 1986 album: 3rd Degree .

Broke And Lonely (Johnny Otis - Johnny Watson)

Record label of Texas 'Guitar' Slim's single 'Broke and Lonely' with catalog number 45-174 and duration 2:50, credited to J. Otis and J. Watson, published by Jin Records.
Texas 'Guitar' Slim's single 'Broke and Lonely,' released on Jin Records.

Listen To: Texas “Guitar” Slim ~ Broke and lonely (Jin)
Music Genre:

1960s Texas Pop, Rock and Roll

Band-Name/Performers:

TEXAS 'GUITAR' SLIM

Record Label Information

JIN 45-174 / DR-007

JIN
"ALWAYS IN THE SPOTLITE"

BROKE AND LONELY
(J. Otis-J. Watson)
Texas 'Guitar' Slim

45-174
O. Cel
BMI-2:50

DR-007"

Crying In My Heart

Photo Side: Crying In My Heart
Record label of Texas 'Guitar' Slim's single 'Crying in My Heart' with catalog number 45-174 and duration 2:40, published by 1st Town Music and D.J.E. Pub, produced by Wheeler-Wintt, under Jin Records.

Music Genre:

1960s Texas Pop, Rock and Roll

Band-Name/Performers:

TEXAS 'GUITAR' SLIM

Record Label Information

JIN 45-174 / DR-008

JIN
"ALWAYS IN THE SPOTLITE"

CRYING IN MY HEART
Texas 'Guitar' Slim

45-174
1st Town Music
D.J.E. Pub.
BMI-2:40

Wheeler-Wintt Producers
DR-008"

I Won’t Cry / Coming Home - Record Information

In 1962, Junior Cole recorded two tracks, “Coming Home” and “I Won’t Cry,” with Johnny Winter’s band. These recordings were released under the Jin label. Both songs were later re-issued on the Ace Records LP titled Louisiana Blues (catalogue number CHD 211), highlighting their place in the rich musical history of the region.

Collector Notes: The song "Coming Home" has indeed written by Johnny Winter and is confirmed with BMI nr: 234722. The song "I Won’t Cry" was not listed in BMI's songview

Song:
I Won’t Cry (J. Winter) - 2:15
Performer(s):
Junior Cole and Johnny Winter’s Band
Record Company:
Jin - Always in the SPOTLITE
Catalognr:
Vocal J-7315 / 45-163 Beau-Tex, BMI

Photo #1 of I Won’t Cry - 2:15 (J. Winter)

Song:
Coming Home (J. Winter BMI: 234722) 2:12
Performer(s):
Junior Cole and Johnny Winter’s Band
Record Company:
Jin - Always in the SPOTLITE
Catalognr:
Vocal J-7316 / 45-163 Beau-Tex, BMI

Photo #2 of LOREM

Listen to "Coming Home", does it sound like Johnny Winter?!, tell me :
RONNIE BENNETT: In This Letter b/w Just You Wait And See 7" Vinyl Record
In This Letter(R. Bennett - H. Meaux)

Vinyl record label for 'In This Letter' by Ronnie Bennett on Jin Records, catalog number XJ-5302.
Label of the 45 RPM single "In This Letter" by Ronnie Bennett, released on Jin Records.

Music Genre:

Doo-Wop, 1960s Texas Pop

Band-Name/Performers:

RONNIE BENNETT

Record Label Information

JIN 45-501X / XJ-5302

JIN
ALWAYS IN THE SPOTLITE

45-501X
The Crazy Cajun
Music - BMI

VOCAL

XJ-5302

IN THIS LETTER

(R. Bennett - H. Meaux)

RONNIE BENNETT

Just You Wait And See (R. Bennett - H. Meaux)

Vinyl record label for 'Just You Wait and See' by Ronnie Bennett on Jin Records, catalog number XJ-5303
Label of the 45 RPM single "Just You Wait and See" by Ronnie Bennett, released on Jin Records.

Music Genre:

Doo-Wop, 1960s Texas Pop

Band-Name/Performers:

RONNIE BENNETT

Record Label Information

JIN 45-501X / XJ-5303

JIN
ALWAYS IN THE SPOTLITE

45-501X
The Crazy Cajun
Music - BMI

Vocal XJ-5303

JUST YOU WAIT AND SEE
(R. Bennett - H. Meaux)
RONNIE BENNETT