For Daryl Scott, it’s always been about the story and how to help others tell theirs in a way that is both unique and relatable. That approach has quietly made him a multi-time CCMA nominee, the 2025 CMAO Songwriter of the Year (Along with Jesse Slack & Owen Riegling for Riegling’s “Moonshines”), and a 2024 SOCAN Award recipient (Along with Jade Eagleson for their work on Eagleson’s “Rodeo Queen”). Proof that when you serve the song instead of the trend, the rest usually takes care of itself.

Not Dallas Smith.

With a background in building and managing successful companies, Mat Black brings strong business leadership and operational expertise to Honky Tonk Records. His focus is on guiding the label’s strategy, growth, and long-term stability.