Where Tim Hardin Died

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Tim Hardin, the singer/songwriter wrote “Reason to Believe” which became a big hit by Rod Stewart and “If I Were A Carpenter” which was covered by Bobby Darin, Joan Baez, and The Four Tops. Tim performed at Woodstock where he sang “If I Were a Carpenter” solo, and played a set of his music with his full band.

Tim Hardin was born December 23, 1941 and was known for deeply emotional folk songs; he had been battling drug addiction for years. The cause of death being a drug overdose is consistent with other biographical sources.

His albums after the early hits did not sell well, or received mixed reviews. For example, Painted Head (1972) sold poorly and his contract with Columbia Records was terminated.

His output (both performing and songwriting) declined in later years, largely because of his drug problems and possibly related mental health or personal issues.

Tim died of a drug overdose in his Hollywood apartment on Dec. 29, 1980, he was 39 years old when he died. Tim is buried at Twin Oaks Cemetery in Turner Oregon.

Tim Hardin Discography

1966 – Tim Hardin 1
1967 – Tim Hardin 2
1967 – This Is Tim Hardin
1968 – Tim Hardin 3 Live in Concert
1969 – Tim Hardin 4
1969 – The Best of Tim Hardin
1969 – Suite for Susan Moore and Damion – We Are One, One, All in One
1971 – Bird on a Wire
1972 – Painted Head
1973 – Nine
1981 – Unforgiven

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