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Mel & Tim were a defining Mississippi soul duo formed by Mel Hardin and Tim McPherson in Holly Springs. Discovered by Gene Chandler and signed to Bamboo Records in 1969, they quickly topped charts with the gold-selling hit “Backfield in Motion.” The pair later found continued success at Stax Records with hits like “Starting All Over Again.” Though active primarily in the early 1970s, their music left a lasting mark on the soul and R&B landscape. Here, you’ll find a concise biography, a highlights reel of their discography, and context for their touring history.