Galapagos- the collectors

New in at Material this week is Galapagos- the collectors. Described as an organic vibe, The Collectors consist of duo Benet and Tom who met on the swings aged seven. Benet has previously co written for and played with Plaid (who have remixed Maya II for the E.P) and Tom has released music through Pork Recordings.

They have sited their influences as Trojan Records, 80s indie guitar bands and Renaissance music.

C.D. £8.99
Vinyl EP (Maya II) £6.99

Available in store and via mail order.

Welcome to the World of Amelia Johnstone

The opening weekend of Amelia's show was a great success sp thank you to those of you who made it. It will be on for two months so there is plenty of time to come and see it.

LOVE MAGAZINE SOLD OUT!!!

We have sold out of Love magazine within a week of having it in stock but, never fear, we have ordered more and they will be with us by next week, however, these are sure to run out fast too so get in there quick. Please get in contact if you wish for us to put a copy by for you.

NEW MEMBER OF THE MATERIAL TEAM

We would like to introduce you to the new member or the Material team Captain Hilts- J.R.T. Swing by and say hi sometime.

New Pantone Mugs Are Now In

W2 products (the company that brought us the original Pantone Mugs) have just released a set of 10 new colours for A/W 2009. The colours feature two shades of pink, putty grey, egg yolk and a wonderfully intense Violet. These mugs have been such a success that they are certain to become a design classic.

They arrived in store this week and are also available to buy mail order and soon to be available to buy online (our online ahop will be back up and running shortly).

JUST ARRIVED... NEW ISSUE OF LOVE

The new issue title of love magazine has just arrived at the shop. The first issue (spring/ summer 09) flew off the shelves and sold out everywhere so you had better get it quick!

NOW STOCKING MONOCLE MAGAZINE

After a few requests from customers, Monocle magazine has finally arrived at Material. Created and published in London, Monocle is a briefing on global affairs, business, culture and design. The September 09 issue (issue 26, volume 3) focuses on "Nations with the Light Touch" and features a 36 page report on the forces shaping Singapore. For more information you can visit the Monocle website by clicking here or come to Material and buy a copy.