Amplify Energy (AMPY) 8-K Amplify Energy Announces Closing of Merger with Midstates, Guidance for Second Half

Exhibit 16.1

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	U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission
	Office of the Chief Accountant 100 F Street, NE
	Washington, DC 20549
	Re: Amplify Energy Corp.
	FileNo. 011-35512
	Dear Sir or Madam:
	We have read Item 4.01 of Form8-K of Amplify Energy Corp. dated August 6, 2019, and agree with the statements concerning our Firm contained therein.
	Very truly yours,
	/s/ GRANT THORNTON LLP

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