EXCLUSIVE: Open Door Management Ink Deals With The Butterfly Effect & Reliqa

The Open Door Management roster continues to grow with two new signings announced today. 

Joining the label is much-loved group The Butterfly Effect, who announced their reformation with back in 2017 with the return of original vocalist Clint Boge, rejoining drummer Ben Hall, guitarist Kurt Goedhart and bass player Glenn Esmond. 

“We are stoked that The Butterfly Effect has put their faith in us to guide the next phase of their incredible career," said Open Door Management's Chris O'Brien. 

"Fans have a lot to get excited about in 2022 and beyond and we can’t wait to dig in!"

"Our bodies might have gotten soft but our riffs certainly haven't..." added The Butterfly Effect. "We couldn't be more excited about joining forces with ODM and we are looking forward to a massive 2022!"

Open Door Management have also announced the signing of rising Sydney group Reliqa.

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“When we heard them for the first time we were blown away by their songwriting maturity at such a young age," said O'Brien. 

"For a young, independent, unsigned act to have amassed well over two million streams is incredibly impressive. Their unreleased new music is stunning and we can’t wait to share it with the world soon."

"In the short time since our signing, Chris and Josh have already shown us incredible amounts of enthusiasm and dedication," said Reliqa of the signing. 

"Not only has it been invaluable to have their knowledge and experience on our side, but it’s clear that they’re as excited for Reliqa’s future as we are. We’re beyond proud to be part of the Open Door family and we’ve got our sights set on some great developments to come."

In just under two years, Open Door Management - which was launched by General Manager Of Touring at Destroy All Lines Chris O’Brien and Northlane guitarist Josh Smith in July 2019 - has grown to include artists like Make Them Suffer, Windwaker, Drown This City, Northlane, Introvert and more. 

"Chris and I are thrilled to be pushing onwards and expanding our roster with more brilliant artists," said Open Door co-founder Josh Smith. 

"Reliqa are an incredibly hard working and promising young act. The Butterfly Effect needs no introduction, and we are eagerly waiting what they have up their sleeve."