In 1977 , Merrill married fashion model Cathee Dahmen .
In 1977 , Merrill formed a new group , the album - oriented rock act Runner , with Steve Gould ( Rare Bird ) , Mick Feat ( Van Morrison band ) , and Dave Dowle ( Whitesnake ) .
In 1977 , Merrill married fashion model Cathee Dahmen , and formed a new group , the album - oriented rock act Runner , with Steve Gould ( Rare Bird ) , Mick Feat ( Van Morrison band ) , and Dave Dowle ( Whitesnake ) .