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Own and control the next Bandcamp.
Join 989 artists, 156 labels, and 911 supporters in collectively
owning and shaping Subvert.
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Introducing: Plan for the Artist-Owned Internet


Bandcamp's corporate acquisitions threaten independent music. It's
time for a new model - one we collectively own and control.

Our zine outlines how we'll turn our vision of a collectively owned
Bandcamp successor into a reality.

Get your copy today to join us as a Founding Member.

JOIN AND RECEIVE:
Limited Edition Physical Zine
Receive a limited physical copy of this publication and a membership
certificate
Subvert Co-op Membership
Subvert is a cooperative, collectively owned by its members
Founding Member Status
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Member
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BENEFITS:

Physical zine
Free worldwide shipping [Supporters]
Founding Membership in the Subvert Co-op
Access to our members only forum
Co-ownership of Subvert
Unique member number
Membership certificate
Ability to influence platform policies and features

"Subvert goes beyond hopetimism with a meticulously built, actionable
framework. Very exciting!"

Alex Durlak
Label Member
Idee Fixe Records



"Subvert's new model of collective ownership could shatter the music
industry's outdated hierarchy."

Lindsey Mills
Artist Member
Surfer Blood



"Ownership is the fundamental tension in platforms and marketplaces.
It's exciting to see Subvert address this head-on with a thoughtfully
designed structure."

Charles Broskowski
Supporter Member
Founder, Are.na



"Artists and labels have succumbed to a hopelessness in the clenches
of tech's strong-arm. Subvert is a step forward to fight this
default."

Matt Werth
Label Member
RVNG Intl.



LEARN:
FAQ
Why create a Bandcamp alternative? +

Bandcamp's back-to-back acquisitions--first by Epic Games in 2022,
then by Songtradr in 2023--have its community feeling betrayed and
concerned about the platform they once relied on. Bandcamp's
trajectory illustrates a depressing reality of the contemporary
internet: platforms position themselves as artist-friendly
alternatives, only to seemingly abandon their core values and
community.

It's time for a new model - one we collectively own and control.

What's a co-op? +

A cooperative, or co-op, is a business owned and democratically
controlled by its members. Subvert is owned by its membership base of
artists, labels, supporters, and workers.

When will the platform be ready? +

We're aiming to launch Subvert in 2025. Development is underway, and
we're incorporating feedback from founding members to shape the
platform's features. We'll provide regular updates through our
newsletter and community forums.

Can I read the zine first? +

Yes. Enter your email to receive a digital version of the zine and
agree to join our newsletter list.

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Are there any financial liabilities associated with joining the
co-op? +

No, there is no personal financial liability associated with being a
co-op member of Subvert. Your liability is limited to your membership
contribution.

What personal information do I need to provide? +

We require minimal information: your name, a valid email address, and
your mailing address. This is necessary for maintaining membership
records and communications.

Will joining Subvert affect my relationships with other music
platforms? +

Not at all. Joining Subvert doesn't limit your ability to use other
platforms.

Is this a crypto thing? +

No.

Subvert -- The Collectively Owned Music Marketplace
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