In this episode of Making Noise, Ashley sits down with Future Joy — the genre-fluid, sax-infused electronic duo made up of newlyweds Emily Cooper and Zach Simms. Known for their high-energy performances, uplifting sound, and joyful presence, Future Joy is redefining what modern dance music can look and feel like.

From their early days throwing renegade RV sets in Florida to performing 25 festivals in a single year, Emily and Zach share the real story behind their rise — the grind, the creativity, the business, and the bond that powers it all.

They open up about:

• How they met and became musical partners
• Their creative process (writing in vans, testing unreleased tracks live)
• Touring for seven months straight — sober, healthy, and fully committed
• Building a true fan community through social media, Patreon, texts & merch
• Their debut full-length album NOW and the story behind it
• Why representation matters in festival lineups
• Launching their own festival JOYFUL, returning January 31, 2026
• How AI is changing music (and how they’re using it without losing authenticity)
• The financial reality of life on the road — and why/how they keep going

Whether you’re an artist, a fan, or someone curious about the real world behind touring musicians, this episode is packed with energy, honesty, and inspiration.

🎧 Everything Future Joy: https://futurejoymusic.com

🎫 JOYFUL Festival (Jan 31, 2026 – St. Petersburg, FL):
Use code SAX for 10% off — https://ezregister.com/events/42091/

🔗 Find Future Joy on:

YouTube | Instagram | Facebook | Spotify | Apple | Soundcloud

Mentioned in the show…

• https://beatport.com
• https://instagram.com/bookmorewomen

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