Bio
Austin Robey, co-founder of Ampled, brought to life an innovative Brooklyn-based, artist-owned cooperative platform dedicated to ensuring musicians received direct, recurring support from their community. Despite its forward-thinking approach to artist prosperity, radical transparency, and democratic governance, Ampled encountered challenges that ultimately led to its closure. Founded in 2019 by a diverse team, Ampled aimed to revolutionize income stability for artists in the digital age, underscoring the complexities and trials faced by cooperative models in competitive tech landscapes.