I won't even pretend to know Max, but was first exposed to the him thru the LA Express when they were on Joni's Miles of Aisles album. Listened to him ply his craft in other Joni albums along the way. All I can say is the man was a master at his art and lived a life many would have envied to live. Talent carries one far in life and it sure did with Max. My best to his family and friends.