Big Yard EP ‘Poets & Heroes’ Featured in The Source Magazine
Jun 2, 2026
The Source Magazine recently highlighted Big Yard’s new EP ‘Poets & Heroes.’ Read the full article here.
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.
The Source Magazine recently highlighted Big Yard’s new EP ‘Poets & Heroes.’ Read the full article here.
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Some of the hardest conversations are the ones we never have.
"Coming Home" touches on topics that affect so many families. Mental health struggles, aging parents, homelessness, and the distance that can grow between the people we love most.
These aren’t always easy subjects to talk about, but bringing them into the open is where understanding, healing, and hope can begin.
If you haven’t listened to Poets & Heroes yet, give the EP a spin and let us know which song connects with you most. 🎶💙
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Every song starts with an idea, but getting it to the finish line is a whole different story.
Writing songs isn’t always a straight path. Lyrics get rewritten, ideas get reworked, and sometimes the best lines come after countless revisions. That process is at the heart of Poets & Heroes.
Poets & Heroes EP out! Go give it a listen and let me know what you think! 🤘
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State of Mind started with inspiration from the valley Daryl calls home and took on a whole new life when it was reimagined as an a cappella track.
One simple line “Care for your state of mind” added a deeper meaning that helped shape the song into what it is today.
Check out the story behind the music and give State of Mind a listen. And don’t forget to stream the Poets & Heroes EP, available everywhere now. 🎶
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Poets & Heroes is more than just a collection of songs. It’s about real life, real struggles, and finding the strength to keep pushing forward through it all.
At the heart of this project are stories of hope, resilience, and forgiveness woven into every track. Blending Americana, folk, rock, and country influences, this EP was made to connect with people on a real human level. 🎶
Poets & Heroes EP drops May 29th. We can’t wait for you to hear it. 🔥🤝
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Today we honor the lives and sacrifices of the brave men and women who gave everything for our freedom. 🇺🇸
We’re always about people, community, and looking out for one another. Memorial Day is a reminder to slow down, reflect, and appreciate the freedoms.
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