“State of Mind (Remix)” Earns Praise from International Music Magazine
Jul 8, 2026
See why International Music Magazine calls Darryl Scotti & Big Yard’s latest release a standout vocal performance. Read Full Article
A collaboration of musicians, singers, songwriters, recording artists, record producers and their fans coming together in harmony to support one another.
Big Yard Nation is a Phoenix based collaborative and record label founded by Darryl Scotti, Alex Chacon and Aaron Howard empowering musicians, singers, songwriters, recording artists and record producers.
Scotti, Chacon and Howard along with their entire team are themselves experienced and committed musicians, songwriters and recording artists. Our mission is to amplify a community dedicated to creating original music by offering a platform they may otherwise not have.
“To be able to help artists develop their own music from the ground up and provide the support they need is our passion”… Darryl Scotti
From the first creative idea and professionally produced track to the Marketing, Publishing, Playlisting, Radio, Press and Social Media is always an arduous process and daunting task for most artists. We are committed to the highest level of ‘Artist First’ integrity with an attention to detail that often gets overlooked in the music and recording industry today.
Be sure to check out our Youtube channel, ‘TheYard’, to gain more perspective from our collaborators on their opinions and process philosophy for songwriting, musicianship and producing music.
A collaboration between musicians and songwriters Darryl Scotti, Alex Chacon, and Aaron Howard producing modern music in a classic vibe.
Bassist. Composer. Actor.
Performer Larry Antonino is also chief engineer at Agoura Borealis Recording Studio in Los Angeles, CA.
Indie Artist. Songwriter. Musician. Environmentalist.
An Indie Rock artist from Tempe, Arizona who makes music for the lovers, adventurers and dreamers.
Producer. Videographer. Guitarist Extraordinaire.
A musical prodigy from Cave Creek, Arizona, whose soulful melodies and masterful guitar skills echo the legends.
Singer. Songwriter. Recording Artist.
Big Yard’s founder, Darryl Scotti is an award winning songwriter who’s artistic career spans five decades.
Singer/Songwriter. Sound Engineer. Renaissance Man.
A touring songwriter and producer whose heartfelt melodies echo the human experience.
Modern Acoustic Guitarist
When Bill Dutcher picks up an acoustic guitar, the music that fills the room cannot be branded with a simple sentence.
“Best Blues Guitarist” in Arizona
Chuck Hall has won the hearts and accolades of fans and critics throughout his electrifying Blues career, which now spans over five decades.
Guitarist. Singer. Songwriter. Composer. Producer.
Energetic, kinetic grooves, driving rhythms, searing, blistering leads, finesse and feel are words that have been used to describe Duffy’s style of guitar playing.
Arizona Blues Hall Of Famer
Eric Ramsey is the Winner of the International Blues Challenge as well as the Memphis Cigar Box Guitar Award for the outstanding guitarist in the Solo/Duo Category.
See why International Music Magazine calls Darryl Scotti & Big Yard’s latest release a standout vocal performance. Read Full Article
Darryl Scotti and Big Yard have released State Of Mind (Remix), an elegant a cappella reimagining of Scotti’s 2024 song
The Source Magazine recently highlighted Big Yard’s new EP ‘Poets & Heroes.’ Read the full article here.
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Played live at the Musical Instrument Museum in Phoenix, Arizona, July 17th, 2021. Lakewood M32 Custom tuned DADGAD. From the CD,...
The Chacons performing "Bulletproof" by La Roux at an undisclosed location in Phoenix, AZ. We hope you enjoy our live acoustic...
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Success in the music industry isn`t just about talent, it`s about showing up, being prepared, and earning the trust that makes people want to recommend you. Those relationships are built one professional interaction at a time.
Watch the full conversation on our YouTube channel for more stories and insights from the music industry. 🎸
Love grows when it`s shared. Joy grows when you give it away. ❤️
A simple reminder that the things we hold onto the tightest are often the things meant to be shared. Whether it`s your time, your encouragement, your music, or your story, you never know who needs it today.
Be part of something bigger. Share your love. Join us in the Yard.
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Three seasons. Incredible guests. Real conversations.
We`ve had the chance to sit down with artists, songwriters, producers, and creatives who have shared their stories, their experiences, and what drives them to keep creating. This highlight episode brings together some of our favorite moments from The Yard into one place.
The full episode premieres this Friday on YouTube. We can`t wait for you to see it.
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It`s been a little while since "Poets & Heroes" came out, and we`re still grateful for everyone who`s taken the time to listen.
If you`ve already heard it, what`s the one song you keep coming back to? If you haven`t yet, we`d love for you to give it a listen.
Every stream, every share, and every comment helps this music reach someone who might need it.
Listen to "Poets & Heroes" on your favorite streaming platform, then tap into the full conversations on our YouTube channel.
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Big Yard Nation has always been about more than the music. It’s about building a community where artists, collaborators, and fans all have a place.
From day one, people like Larry Antonino and Joey Gudos have helped shape the journey, and the Big Yard Nation community continues to inspire what comes next.
Thanks for being part of the Yard. 🤝
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Music has a way of bringing people together, even when the world gives us plenty of reasons to drift apart. ❤️🎶
At Big Yard Nation, we believe every story matters, every voice has value, and everyone deserves a place where they belong. That`s what we`re building through music, conversations, and community.
If you believe music is about more than just entertainment, you`re in the right place.
Watch the latest on YouTube and join us in the Yard. 🤝
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#BigYardNation #TheYard #MusicCommunity #ArizonaArtists #IndependentArtists
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