There has been no shortage of The Simpsons merchandise during the show’s epic run that started way back in 1989. One character that has been noticeably absent however is series creator himself, Matt Groening. Immortalizing him in a 6-inch vinyl toy in celebration of the 500th episode set to air this month, Kid Robot has designed this new release. Adding to their ongoing Simpsons collaboration, the toy version of Groening is complete with glasses, goatee, and a sketchpad with Homer’s head scribbled on. Grab the toy now from Kid Robot’s online shop or pick one up at either of their brick and mortar shops listed below.

Kidrobot New York
118 Prince Street | Map
New York, NY 10012
TEL #: 212-966-6688

Kidrobot Los Angeles
7972 Melrose Avenue | Map
Los Angeles, CA 90046
TEL #: 323-782-1474

Edgy designs mixed in with sound quality any audiophile would appreciate, the Kidrobot x Skullcandy will be available starting tomorrow at all Kidrobot store locations and online store. Comprised of two models, the Kidrobot x Skullcandy – Agent Headphones elaborate on the fun design Kidrobot is known for. Appointed with vibrant aqua blue colorway with plush white leather and accents. Then there is Kidrobot x Skullcandy – Mix Master Headphones for those looking for something more exclusive. Developed with inputs by DJ Mix Master himself, the silver and black glam edition features a remote control for volume, playback, a collapsible design, and swap-able cables for DJ. Comes with a nifty companion, a 3-inch Dunny figurine in chrome, this special edition is limited to 1000 units worldwide. Both set to launch at all Kidrobot stores and its web shop tomorrow, December 2nd.

Release Date: December 2nd, 2011 (Tomorrow)

Vinyl toy specialist Kidrobot has teamed up with Skullcandy on the Agent and Mix Master headphone models, a collaborative effort that melds Kidrobot’s pop imagery with Skullcandy’s premium quality sound and edgy attitude. The Kidrobot Agent is an over-ear headphone dressed in bright aqua blue and equipped with white leather ear pillows, with the familiar Kidrobot logo making an appearance at the ear cups. The Kidrobot Mix Master, developed with the help of legendary DJ Mix Master Mike, bears a sleek black and silver design adorned with a repeating Dunny silhouette pattern on the headband. Features include playback and volume controls, interchangeable DJ cable and 3-piece collapsible design. Limited to just 1,000 pieces worldwide, the headset comes with a 3-inch chrome Dunny.  Both models are scheduled to drop December 2nd at Kidrobot retail locations and online, as well as select Skullcandy retailers. Check out more looks after the click.

Release Date: December 2nd, 2011 (Friday)

They are known as the flying pest in New York City. But to Jeff Staple and the Staple Design family, the lowly pigeon is a metaphor for survivability and persistence, especially true in the Big Apple’s harsh surrounding. In go beyond just a mere mascot for the company, Staple partnered with Kidrobot in the creation of Kidrobot x Staple Pigeon collection. Aside from apparel, key caps, and key fobs, is the winged vermin itself at 7-inch in height. Quipped with a distinctive grey coat in various shades, the pudgy fowl comes with its very own poop. Limited to 800 units with an even rarer albino colorways at 200 units only, now available at Reed Space and Kidrobot retail locations and online stores. The albino version will only be available in-store at Reed Space, Kidrobot New York, and Kidrobot Los Angeles locations.

After this summer’s BELLATOR COLUMBIDAE, or also known as Fighting Pigeon figurine with Adfuncture, Staple Design will recreate its favorite mascot in a 7-inch vinyl facsimile next month, courtesy of Kidrobot. Instead of an aggressive stance like the previous design, Kidrobot’s version has a rather astute posture with its unsightly poop, a rather accurate depiction its feral nature especially in New York City. Aside from the two colorways that will be available, the capsule collection will include matching t-shirts for him or her, key chain, and key cap. The Kidrobot x Staple Design Pigeon 7-Inch Vinyl Figure itself will be limited to 800 pieces worldwide. The collection as a whole will launch next Thursday, November 3rd, at all Kidrobot retail locations, Reed Space, and both retailers’ online stores. In addition, Staple Design/Reed Space founder Jeff Staple will be at Kidrobot NYC and Los Angeles store for an autograph session as well.

Release Dates:
November 3rd, 2011 (Thursday)

Event Dates:
November 3rd, 2011 (Thursday) – New York
November 4th, 2011 (Friday) – Los Angeles

Kidrobot Black, the special limited edition line created by Kidrobot founder Paul Budnitz and inspired by vinyl toys from the late ’90s, has teamed up with New York-based artist Tara McPherson on an 8-inch vinyl depiction of McPherson’s Lilitu painting. The Kidrobot Black charter is to commission its favorite artists to design high-end vinyl toys using the color black as a theme, and Tara McPherson’s succubus figure has been one of the more anticipated projects for Kidrobot fans. Limited to just 200 pieces and individually numbered, the Lilitu sculpture is done up in matte black with gloss highlights and an orange rose mane of hair. Retail is set at $250. Available now through the Kidrobot Black site and select retailers.

Last week New York City’s Swatch store on 5th Avenue was the site of a special launch event for the Kidrobot for Swatch Collection. Downtown Sweetheart Vashtie was on hand to provide beats, while participating artists Frank Kozik, MAD and Jeremyville were in the building, putting on live painting demonstrations. The other artists who contributed custom designed Gent watches for the collection are Tilt, Tara McPherson, SSUR, Gary Baseman and Joe Ledbetter. Click through to check out images and video from the event, then head over to the Swatch webstore to purchase a watch from the collection now.

Upon a meeting with Paul Budnitz and you will notice a certain amount of restlessness. Its hardly noticeable but the telltale signs are there, characteristics traits of a serial entrepreneur. Little surprise then when the founder of Kidrobot announced his newest venture, the Paul Budnitz Bicycles. The approach is a straight forward one. By looking at bicycles as how you would see a vintage MG, Aston Martin, or Austin Healey, Budnitz narrowed the design with a certain retro aesthetics. Simply known as Model No.1 and Model No.2, each comprised of titanium alloy frame with a split-tube Cantilever Frame, trademarked by Budnitz. Discs brakes, along with top of line components like Gates Carbon Belts, each bike frame weighs around 3.3 lbs (without parts). Select from commuter oriented, cruiser style Model No.1 or mountain bike-like Model No.2, both are now available exclusively at http://budnitzbicycles.com for $5500 US.

In a seeming match made in heaven, vinyl art toy specialist Kidrobot has teamed up with Swiss watchmaker Swatch on a special eight-watch collection. Swatch has chosen its classic Gent model as the canvas to be individually designed by eight different artists, with each watch accompanied by a matching 3-inch Dunny. The artists are as follows: Frank Kozik, Jeremyville, MAD, Tilt, Tara McPherson, SSUR, Gary Basmen and Joe Ledbetter. You can buy each Gent and Dunny combination separately, or you can buy all eight as a numbered limited edition set. Each watch in the set has its limited edition number (1-300) and comes in special packaging along with its Dunny partner. The Dunnys are three inches while Frank Kozik’s white mustachioed Dunny comes in a special 20-inch high version.

The Kidrobot for Swatch collection will be available at Swatch stores and Swatch retailers worldwide on September 1st.

While you dash through the West 42nd Subway Station in New York City this Friday afternoon for the stat of the weekend. Take moment to look around and you’ll notice a mirage of some sort – a few giant MEDICOM TOY figurines staring back at you… This is GRAST, the innovative storefront that opened in August of this year. In anticipation of the holiday shopping rush, GRAST added to its product roster the merchandises from CLAW MONEY, in creation of the first ever CLAW MONEY Pop-Up Shop, at least underground. A wide selection of CLAW MONEY signature t-shirts, accessories, and home decors, on top of the range of goods already available at GRAST. So if you need some last minute holiday gift ideas or simply running late to a birthday party, swing by West 42nd Subway Station for some quick “gift giving consultation”.

GRAST x CLAW MONEY Pop-Up Shop
West 42nd Street & 8th Avenue Subway Station | Map
ACE Line – Unit 17 Mezzanine Level
New York, NY 10036

Deal seekers get ready as Kidrobot is hosting its first 2010 sample sale starting next week.  For 3 days only, from January 11th- January 13th, up to 70% off regular retail price on all Kidrobot hoodies, crewneck sweaters, t-shirts, hats, and etc…  So if you live or visiting New York City next week, try to stop by.

Kidrobot NYC Sample Sale
56 West 22nd Street | Map
Floor 2
New York, NY 10010

Sale Date: January 11th (Monday) – January 13th (Wednesday) | 11 am – 7 pm

As previously reported, Kidrobot will be holding the MUNNYWORLD Custom Toy Exhibition from Nov 13- Nov 15. Among the participating artists, U.K.’s Dave White will also be a part of the MUNNYWORLD crew with his military, USAF  inspired, “Top Mun”. The all white Munny turns into a cool, burnished, steely grey that resembles the body of an aircraft with numberings and air force logos adorning the vinyl toy. With his meticulous attention to detail, check the discolored patches from “splashes” and silver dots reminiscent of welded parts of the aircraft body. If this strikes your fancy and you can’t wait to cop this super fly toy for your mantle, you will have to visit the exhibition at Eloquent Deliquents Gallery in SoHo! If you miss it, you can always try to recreate your own with a spanking clean white Munny.