The Merchants are one of the best bands you've probably never heard of. They don't have much of an internet presence and in this day and age that's everything. Nevertheless they are a real rust belt gem and I back em. 100%. And that's not just because buffaBLOG's own Steve Gordon is now a member of the band. Oh no! I've been a fan. I HAVE REAL STREET CRED PEOPLE! Anyways, they're playing our party on the Broadway Market rooftop this Saturday (1-7pm AND it's free). Just thought you might like to know.