OPEN CLOSE

We suspect that more people will be surprised at their existence rather than their decision to split, but even so: The Open are no more:

"We leave the two records that we are very very proud of and memories that will remain in our hearts forever. Some of us will continue on our path through music. Some of us will not.

"We all wish each other the greatest of luck. No excuses, no regrets, no big philosophical kiss off, its just the end of one journey and the start of another. Bless you all for your support over these last years and goodbye."

With a whimper, then. Not a bang.

Their second and final album, Statues

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