5 Little Slugs by Avi Buffalo

Avi Buffalo performing “Little Slugs” at Room 205.

Avi Buffalo began recording with engineer Aaron Embry (Elliott Smith and Emmylou Harris). The band signed to Sub Pop in late-2009, releasing its self-titled debut of intricate yet lovely pop songs in April 2010, and extensively toured the US, Europe, and the UK. This is when according to Avi, “Everything got kind of freaky!”

5 Little Slugs by Avi Buffalo

Avi Buffalo performing “5 Little Slugs” at Room 205

Avi Buffalo began recording with engineer Aaron Embry (Elliott Smith and Emmylou Harris). The band signed to Sub Pop in late-2009, releasing its self-titled debut of intricate yet lovely pop songs in April 2010, and extensively toured the US, Europe, and the UK. This is when according to Avi, “Everything got kind of freaky!”

Avi Buffalo “5 Little Slugs”

Avi Buffalo performing “5 Little Slugs” at Room 205

Today we premiere the third and final installment of Episode Five of Room 205 with Avi Buffalo. Helmed by director Otto Arsenault (Matt & Kim’s “Lessons Learned”), the Long Beach, CA-based band performs “5 Little Slugs” (a different take on album track “5 Little Sluts”) for this installment of Room 205.

Look for Room 205 Episode Six featuring High Places to launch March 7th.

Riga – Shot with iPhone 4

Inspired by the videos Aaron Rose did for us, Thomas Christensen shot a little montage with his iPhone from a day in Riga.

Awesome job Thomas. We’ll be sending you some iPhone 4 cases for the effort!

Introducing New Bag Collections for Spring 2011

Continuing our reputation for design innovation, we’re pleased to unveil new bag collections for Spring 2011. Featuring bold new materials and striking new color combinations, these collections build on some of our most popular designs, while maintaining the exceptional comfort, durability, and device-driven features that Incase bags are renowned for.

Alloy Collection

The new Alloy Collection recasts our most iconic packs, bags and sleeves in a highly textured fabric with a stunning matte metallic finish. Inspired by bold advances in technology and engineering, the collection’s dynamic surfaces exhibit a unique tactile and visual appeal.

Nylon Collection

Clean lines and all-purpose functionality are distinct characteristics of the Nylon Collection. Now available in three new color ranges featuring ebony with green pop, taupe with hints of blue, and deep violet with electric lime accents, the Nylon Collection offers a complete selection of bags for daily use.

Courier Collection

Enhanced durability and performance make the new Courier Collection a necessity for navigating the urban landscape. Pairing the best aspects of conventional messenger bags with a refined industrial design aesthetic and device-driven functional features, the Courier Collection provides superior durability, waterproofing and ease-of-use that professional couriers can rely on.

New for Spring, the Courier Collection will soon be available in grayed jade with contrasting orange details and traditional black on black.

The Alloy and Nylon Collections are available today in our webstore and select retailers worldwide. Expect the Courier Collection to drop early March 2011.

Can’t I Know by Avi Buffalo

Headed by songwriter/guitarist Avigdor Zahner-Isenberg, Avi Buffalo hails from Long Beach, CA. Avi began recording music on a home computer during his sophomore year of high school. He debuted a full electric band the next year, playing a number of local shows in Long Beach and LA.

Can’t I Know by Avi Buffalo

Avi Buffalo performing “Can’t I Know” at Room 205

Headed by songwriter/guitarist Avigdor Zahner-Isenberg, Avi Buffalo hails from Long Beach, CA. Avi began recording music on a home computer during his sophomore year of high school. He debuted a full electric band the next year, playing a number of local shows in Long Beach and LA.

Avi Buffalo Performs “Can’t I Know” on Room 205

We’re stoked to launch the 2nd performance of Avi Buffalo in Room 205. The song is titled “Can’t I Know” and is off their debut album on Sub-Pop Records.

Avi Buffalo hails from Long Beach, CA. Avi began recording music on a home computer during his sophomore year of high school. He debuted a full electric band the next year, playing a number of local shows in Long Beach and LA.

The 3rd and final performance will launch Monday, February 21.

THESE Friends 2 Opening Night

On Friday, February 4th, THIS Los Angeles celebrated its one-year anniversary with an opening night party for the 2nd annual ‘THESE FRIENDS’ group show. Featuring the works of more than 113 contributing artists, the show brought together roughly 600 friends, fans and art aficionados for a night of shoulder-to-shoulder gawking, slippery BBQ, Phucket beer, sketchy tunes, and weirdly delicious Box Water. From beginning to end, the gallery was packed with more laughter, disbelief, and overcrowded chaos that you can rightly imagine. Was it a good time? View our Flickr set of the show how much of a good time.

For the event we again made 100 limited edition tote bags, (five of which we’re giving away via this here events blog today). The totes will go to the first five people to correctly spell the slang name of the decade we’re currently living in. Hint. Leave a comment on this blog post to enter.

Good luck!

PS. To the guy who stole the one-of-a-kind Polaroid of Dennis Hopper, please return it. THIS la is a community-supported art space. You likely attended the opening because you had friends with work in the show. On a scale of 1-to-10, stealing from your friends rates pretty lame. Thank you.

Avi Buffalo in Room 205

While on a recent break from heavy touring Avi Buffalo was kind enough to blaze through three songs in Room 205. With director Otto Arsenault (Matt & Kim’s "Lessons Learned") helming the lens and engineer Butchy Fuego capturing the audio, our time with Avi, Sheridan and Andrew proved to be entertaining and incredibly illuminating.