R.I.P. Merl Saunders...

Merl Saunders
2.14.34 - 10.24.08

I'll never forget when I saw him at the Haight Street Fair in SF (when I made this image) and a guy was climbing a tree near the stage to get a better view. The cops came and busted him and Merl got on the mic and hollered, "Leave him alone, he's just trying to get high!" Talent and wit... Thanks for the great music Merl.