Homeskoolin' Volume 217, Tom Bukovac, "Generational Boogie"

[@timparker4228]

What a clinic. Loop, banter, VCB, session insights, lesson over loop. These 22 minutes were better than anything you could watch on TV.

[@rlbradish]

“ and the price is right”

[@bjrunson]

In the 40s 50s hard swing and hard bop jazz bands were all the rage. Meanwhile, rock was entering it's hey day. We have fallen from great heights, but maybe part of finding the new thing, or we're just roast from here?

[@SeeCSeesCC]

❤EVER❤

[@namesarehard88]

"I bet the lines to the men’s room at their shows are really long" - I've always thought something similar about a lot of the virtuoso-type guys - it always just feels like 99.999% of their audience are guitar players, and 'music' is often secondary to guitar playing, in it's most technical sense. This is why I admire Uncle Larry and his playing so much; we all know that you have absolutely monster chops, but EVERYTHING that you do is musical and serves the song you’re playing on, which is the biggest compliment you can give someone’s playing in my opinion.

[@jeremypowell6707]

Just picked my son up sick from school, played uncle Larry on Bluetooth…. Atmospheric presence brought peace to our car ❤️🎸🔥

[@501chorusecho]

Right on bro

[@Nozmo_King_NJ]

Another gem from Radio Free Bukovac .. broadcasting keen guitar insight and deep knowledge across the globe daily :)

[@dloper66]

Tom. Love you brother! The way your mind works is amazing. Your insights and commentary are so very heartfelt and authentic. I learn so much and appreciate you so much.

[@Mister_Samsonite]

Anybody else think Uncle Larry is like a personification of the book Zen Guitar? Just a well of inspiration that never runs dry! Even if I don't practice what he's giving us, I always feel like I come away with some great wisdom! For any trolls & haters - don't complain about something that's FREE, go to another channel! Sorry for the rant, but I'm tired of people dumping on Tom! I'm always grateful and awestruck for what Tom gives us.

[@501chorusecho]

thank you bro

[@Mister_Samsonite]

@@501chorusecho Thank YOU Tommy for everything, and f*ck those dickwads on Gear Page! Knocking someone else down doesn't make you any taller.

[@LarryC-stratboy]

Love that book! I recommend it to my guitar buddies as well as non-guitar players all the time. Good stuff.

[@erajad]

Hey Tom. Just had surgery on my shattered left wrist this morning (plate + screws to stabilize and straighten). Before the op, I asked the doc how it would affect my guitar playing afterwards. "Depends how good it was before," he says. Wise man. Made me think of you overcoming your hand injury. For all the great skills and riffs you teach us, one of the greatest things you give us is HOPE. Thank you, man.

[@johnbales1700]

Good luck with your recovery -- hope it's a full one.

[@samn314]

Good luck with your recovery. Stay positive. You may have to learn to play slightly differently. It might be even better.

[@tomcoryell]

Holy shit man! I fucking convulsed at the thought of what you are going through! Best of luck buddy!

[@erajad]

@@johnbales1700 Not a great day today - thanks for the good wishes!

[@erajad]

@@samn314 MIGHT be better :) that "hope" thing....

[@kellyblaise7]

Man! I love how despite all the masterful techniques you have command of, your greatest skill might be knowing when to use each of them. I loved that percussive bit. Always so tasteful. Thanks for everything you share, Buk!

[@dustymars]

You bring back fond memories to me of the first time I heard B.B. King play and sing on radio in 1949 or 50. Still a kid with a paper route, it hit me -- The Blues. Still with me.

[@papaw2937]

Thanks Tom. This made my lunch break, an actual break. I appreciate it sir

[@DanielMcCann54]

Hi Tom! These days I do all my bending on a pedal steel. But I think one of the coolest string benders ever was Amos Garrett. Listen to his solo/backup on "Midnight at the Oasis". Love your videos... learn so much!

[@davidt9841]

I love how spot-on the guitar tuning is on pretty much every song/guitar you play! Crystal clear, haunting, beautiful! Thanks for sharing your gift! 👍🎸✌😎

[@DNFADV]

Really cannot express my gratitude for this channel properly. When the pandemic hit this was the spot. It got me playing and recording myself on a regular basis so I could get over the jitters of that. I would make up songs on the spot and put out there for heaven or hell. Appreciate you taking this time and giving us a glimpse into this world of music.

[@michael.darrin1963]

Uncle Larry, your note selection over the chord changes is so impeccable, for someone who can literally smoke on the guitar, you always play for the song itself. As always, you are the teacher and we are the students who keep mopping up all the information you give us. You are thee Best!!!! Always entertaining, never boring....CMT should give you your own show.

[@MJMurph59]

Love the tone and vibe of that Senn Fullerton. Jeff built me a Pomona Blackguard back 10-12 years ago and then I had him build me a Fullterton back during the pandemic. He's such a great builder. I also have a Bluetron Blueverb that Smitty built me back in 2008. He said you had input on that amp build. Totally appreciate the time and commitment you give to this channel. Thanks for the inspiration!

[@tonedogblaze]

Hey Tom…love love love your harmonics and how you slip and slide those juicy bell tones with sublime intonation! Sweet!

[@jeremypowell6707]

GOTTA HAVE THAT BOOGIE!!! Thank you for saying what I’m feeling!

[@estenray6685]

Hey uncle Larry thanks for setting me straight on who played the iconic riff on Steely Dans Reeling in the years as Elliott Randall yesterday! Absolutely stunningly beautiful playing there on your intro! Many, many thanks for all of this! Your definitely my happiest place on UTUBE!!!👍💕❤️🙏🤗🎸

[@joeurbanowski321]

Huh..! I always thought it was Skunk Baxter…🤔

[@estenray6685]

@@joeurbanowski321 I thought it was either Baxter or Deny Diaz as they were both playing with Steely Dan at that time but Uncle Larry was kind enough to disabuse me of my misconception! As Elliott Randall it most certainly was!

[@jeremyversusjazz]

Elliott and skunk on the interlude unison lines. But elliott on all the solos and hooks.

[@joeurbanowski321]

@@estenray6685 pretty weird when you think about all the great leads that session guys laid down on recordings.. and then the musicians who are actually in the bands are onstage doing a cover of the recordings…

[@craiger2399]

You know, it's just cool to be able to log in and hear amazingly in tune playing, perfect bends, and flowing, emotional, smack-on time-keeping. It is rare to find it at your level, and to get to hear it multiple times a week is priceless and helps to establish in our ears the North Star we are all aiming at.

[@Terry_Dale]

Love your "feels" you have such an emotional touch. I could listen to you play all day. Love your channel..... Uncle Larry for the win!

[@jcrossley3]

I think Keith Richards described the result of that generational distance as "too much rock, not enough roll"

[@BackpackingAdventures]

Uncle Larry, your boogie story rings true - if you can’t tap your foot to it, it ain’t got no swing! Modern guitar makes me squint, not tap! Also, my man, you got the most badass vibrato on the planet. Cheers, Rob

[@SeanAllocca]

I am so early to class it's in 144p

[@lincolnosiris3665]

Did also sound like 16bit?

[@jonasgrundsted1977]

Hey Uncle Larry. What a great track/video to start my day with. That whole opening jam was just killer man… but that little drum-fill you pulled at 2:40 ish… That just blew me away. Once again thanks for sharing and by the way I like the videos on the site inside blackbird. Have a great day man 🎸👍.

[@martinsteinberg8609]

Watching your videos makes me a better guitarist . Thank you for all that you do

[@DreaNEO]

THANKS BUK!!! Lessons for players by THE PLAYER. Fillmore in the tip jar class.

[@aaronervin9799]

Thanks for another awesome vid, uncle Larry. I loved your Cortez the Killer cover with Govt Mule!

[@GregGidley-i2y]

Just happened to see your channel wow! Love it. I think I met back in the 90s? At Jerry vandavier,s studio up stairs in a big old house??? Nashville.We went on a beer run & hung out at the longhorn saloon? & Earl bud was hanging with us for a minute. I liked you then & glad to see you again. So happy for all your success. I'll be watching.✌️greg

[@chefjeff50]

Love this loop and improv. Worth including in future releases.

[@smelltheglove2038]

Big ups on the Yuengling!! I’ve done the tour of their brewery many times before I had to put down drinking.

[@Bwsilvers]

"Cerebral" is one of the best ways ive heard Polyphia described. That shit is like listening to a math problem.

[@TRHummer]

Like Bach?

[@ae3898]

Like Nokia ringtones.

[@jcripp7974]

Like a stroke?

[@AndreaAustoni]

"That shit is like listening to a math problem." Really not selling it and it's very fitting. Just dry.

[@MoreMeRecording]

@@TRHummer ur kidding, right? Math Rock isnt even close to JSB.....

[@Tony_Leonardi.]

Thank you for always being there. I truly love your channel. I am disabled and live in chronic pain and struggle. You bring me a escape, thank you and god bless.

[@vpovince1001]

What a beautiful piece of music !!!!!!!!!!

[@stauffrt2]

You have a way of verbally clarifying muddled thoughts I’ve had and pulling it together into a cogent message/idea. (Your discussion of boogie). Thank you.

[@scottpickett9779]

You are awesome Uncle Larry! Thanks for teaching us and all your wisdom.

[@ohiomossyoak]

Thanks for all these videos, Tom. I just discovered Homeskoolin a week or so ago. So now im bouncing between watching the old ones in order, while also keeping up to date on the newest video's. 👍

[@501chorusecho]

I ran outta shit to talk about somewhere around Homeskoolin episode 8

[@eduardocandeiasfaust]

My only regret is not knowing about Tom sooner... Such an inspiration ! As a guitar player jus starting my sideman journey, playing with big league artists in Portugal, it's super inspiring seeing what he does and above all how musical he is

[@gbarge4]

Uncle Larry, the more your tunes are stuck in my brain, the happier I am. And watching/hearing you play reminds me, among other things, to try harder to clean up my own playing.

[@toploadtele]

Boogie, Funk & Jazz for me... Great lesson today! My Blackbird Insider subscription has been money well spent. What a great resource!

[@Drew_Gliebe]

That loop is so pretty sounding. Tasteful as always

[@ptklip]

Beautiful. I wish Fillmore East Allmans could sit in with you on this. You've been on fire for the last week, Tom. Let me say thank you for everyone who has gotten to see and hear all this lately. So tasty, man. I think the video on the new phone looks good. It's easy to read 'Parts of a Plant' behind you. And overall, the color balance seems fine. Peace, and keep recording, please. P.S. You are a damn fine player. I told you in a comment when he was still alive, and I'll say it again. Mr. Jeff Beck has got nothing on you. And that's really something, Tom. That is really something indeed.

[@ToddRobinson-zr2ei]

Thank you Uncle Larry !!! I've learned so much since corona lessons, watched almost every one. your giving us so much to work on, the deeper shit of playing guitar, these recent ones on bending and using the whammy are so good and love your chord stuff . Voicings , where and how and when to use them.I just turned 70 and and still working on it, so thank you Larry ! If you happen to see Vince , tell him Toddo said hi and your an amazing teacher !!!

[@Tripple-L432]

that was awesome,thank you,,, I love soakin this up !! when I was young and a teen in the 80s We wanted to play faster and harder,More technical the better,and it jus kept on and I told my brother to remember back when we were just First hearing Rock, We did`nt know how hard something was to play,We only knew it sounded Great and made us felt good. When grunge came in We hated it and went back to 70s progressive stuff and old Rock. It`s been a long Journey, I have learned so much from you, This has been amazing for me and my playing, thank you for doing this.

[@Sammywhat]

That bird SINGS!!! Man I LOVE what that guitar does to you!!

[@IllusionOfTodd]

Thanks so much for being a great musical escape for me on the days you post. I learn so much and just flat out enjoy you so much! Long live The Starship Trooper!

[@jlore6344]

Most of the lesson is way above what I can do but I tried that C over B Flat for a B Flat and it's awesome. Thanks as always for these tips.

[@brettverrender3167]

Hey Tom, yesterday 26000 people watched you play guitar in your kitchen drinking beer. KZbin it's a wonderful thing.

[@1991LR]

You definitely have the boogie, and all the rest too. Thanks for the amazing lessons Uncle Larry!

[@jeffgerndt2813]

Thanks for the intense lesson. Love it! Attention to detail.

[@mattsanders2337]

Negativity sucks…. Be positive! Thanks uncle Larry. The world is in the best shape it has ever been. Starvation is lower than ever, etc…..

[@superreality3823]

Funnily enough I was thinking only yesterday of your occasional use of a looper. Always as inventive as everything you gift to us. And we can learn the Parts of a Plant at the same time. Huge thanks for all you do.

[@rdw5150]

i love my looper..... its my practice buddy

[@lionelmandrake785]

Bob Dylan said the further away we get from the blues the worst Rock and Roll gets.

[@JeremyJames_studio]

Oh that is good

[@kimhalley8950]

Honestly, you are an endless well of music bubbling up. Always enjoy seeing what you come up with next.

[@callanturner4749]

Great Homeskoolin episode. Thanks Uncle Larry

[@highstreetjackmusic]

Man Tom, ...bending, timing, perspective, etc. - thank you for taking the time to share your insights. I appreciate every video you've made. I always look forward to them.

[@garyde6258]

Tom im 68 - playing guitar basically as a hobbyist since 3rd grade -(at best rent a studio with friends and just to try to create shit )- but gotta say man, i sincerely appreciate your channel - Its fkn great - refreshing. - listening to someone whose been around is all aspects of music - so Thanks. Keep it coming.

[@michaelsawyer6887]

Thank you sir.

[@kirk-b-patrick]

I happened to check out a couple of submissions, and I was pretty upset at some of the comments. There were some real shithead-esque comments. I'm willing to bet those are the cats that can't play a lick and are secretly wishing that they had skills but aren't tough enough to put in the work. Constructive criticism is fine. Poking fun is pretty crappy. Later Tom, thanks!

[@tbluesboye]

"Generational Boogie!" That's hilarious Tom! Being of that first generation your point is spot on! Boogie on brother!

[@larryzapeye]

Yes - Roundabout has boogie, that’s why it was a hit Genesis - Lamb Lies Down on Broadway has some mojo & begs to be turned up Rush - Spirit Of Radio wants to be jammed to All my buddies in College (79-84 ) from Cleveland were intense listeners to that Prog Rock sound , but I always pointed the grooves in that music. Keep on Rocking Uncle Larry! Diversification of music is always a plus and multiple genres creates a better Musical appreciation

[@littlezephead]

OMgosh, I love this. So dreamy. This is a great lesson!

[@pcole11]

We're not old, Uncle Larry, we're reliced.

[@thepartimemusician65]

Hey Tom, sounding exquisite, blessings from the UK

[@philroselle1514]

So many wonderful insights in this vid. Thank you Tom, you are the best!!

[@SwampEye1]

always fun watchin ' .... you always have melodies going ...

[@davidpybas8250]

Thanks Uncle Larry

[@mojo6778]

Great info regarding how even you, a professional struggles to bend in tune when tuned down as little as 1/2 step. Muscle memory - such a valid point and why we need to practice bending and pay attention to bend in tune if we are to get better. 👍👍 Thank you for sharing that bit of information with us. Always great tips on this channel if one just pays attention.

[@johnmarlega5578]

Little Tommy, THANK YOU, Great episode, I'm still smiling. Starship Bodhisattva, I'm gonna sell my house in town. Maybe I will try to letter (H) in string bending if I ever get out of detention.🤣. Again , much appreciation for your efforts.

[@Sachy70]

Larry, well said. Eric Johnson calls it 'swing'. Not an age thing. There's a rhythm, movement, feeling and emotion. Living life in music. The good, bad & everything in between.

[@JakeBlues-dq9xg]

Yes Tom! Still being the dude as ever 👌 I might muster up the courage to enter your bending challenge just for the privilege of you watching me play for a minute and try and sneak in one or two of the things I have learnt/stole from you this last year...

[@jackmundo4043]

Excellent show. Nice piece of info with the Fmaj scale at the end.

[@AdamHill-w5o]

Wanna know what irritates me? A guy like this with all the talent in the world, works hard to give people like us, information and entertainment and then we got Facebook warriors that speak negative things to and about him. This guy is obviously a huge talent and seems to be an amazing fella.nothing but respect for Tom !

[@tedgay8427]

Great playing. That was excellent. I thought it was some Toy Caldwell thing at first, but it was great. Be well.

[@markmcnamara4322]

accept no excuses from this seasoned professional. he is peerless in his approach to getting along with everyone.

[@adechio7289]

Just astounding, Tom. Thanks

[@philf4086]

The loop you played reminded me of "Dear Mr. Fantasy", which is also in D. Great stuff!

[@Nowandthen-zen]

Damn son , you soaked up some that mule vibe ✌🏻🎸🎶

[@EJ_Crough]

Always follow the boogie!! So well said Uncle Larry. Also, that line to men’s room comment might be the harshest low key diss I’ve heard in a long time 😂

[@jefflevesque5316]

Comin home to Tommy's soul sangin through that Strat is such a gift. . Yeah man...I hear you. Thanks man. Only a grown-assed person phrases like that. Yes...the Muse Channel taketh and giveth and YES on the Boogie. Medulla Oblongata prevails over the Cerebrum.

[@RICO_SUAVE21]

This was amazing Tom, thank you!!!

[@lonecrow1577]

Bends - One of the best ways to express emotion.

[@ESDaVinci]

Thanks Tom, great video. There's a lot of merit to the idea of the generational boogie getting further from its original thing. Made me realize how my tastes are rooted in the boogie and why I never really got into the more cerebral side of rock. Appreciate you ✌🏼

[@JB_Eckl]

What a cool tone. I bet there's no one on earth that would hear that and say 'That's a Strat, in such and such position.' You were coming at it from a really unique place.

[@chrischarles1468]

Checking the comment section here and it looks like a “long line to the men’s room” as well … just sayin’. 🤣I love your channel and watch religiously. God bless Uncle Larry. 🙏🏻

[@SeeCSeesCC]

❤to my knees this brought me Tom Bukovac. Added❤❤young Jack and I rep the generational boogie

[@axandio]

When you're at the level of "I went to a concert last night" and it's to share the stage. BOOM!

[@jbogle17]

Remixing a previous loop. This was killer, Larry.

[@workingrageaholic]

Hey, Larry! I was wondering, what is a Father/Son guitar lesson like, when your dad is Tom Bukovac? I imagine you focus on songs more than scales, but I'd love to know what sort of things you talk to him about / show him. Cheers from London, and thanks for everything you do.

[@TheFeelButton]

It's all about the boogie. Cheers Tom!

[@JiminTennessee]

People spend a month paying for lessons just to understand this. Thanks Tom :)

[@JI-fk8mz]

That’s amazing advice, think about the downbeats. I get so caught up in my head sometimes when playing some abstract rhythm. Much appreciated thank you much

[@DH432hrtz]

Im so excited to send my 1 min to your email and then i hear this and im like transported to such a beautiful place wow dude your a real gift. Ill still risk my 1 min

[@thefraish2660]

Regarding "the boogie", that's so on the money, Tom. You have voiced exactly what I've felt and said for some time now. I can somewhat enjoy some of what they call "post-rock", but it never hits me in the heart and nuts like the blues/boogie based rock. When it gets too far away from that, it doesn't hold my interest for long. The "men's restroom" line cracked me right up.

[@Ruudis9er]

That was really beautiful… very Bukavacian 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

[@MichaelHyde]

Thank you very much!!!

[@gnawbabygnaw]

Speaking of sweet bends. Beautiful stuff Lil Tommy. 🤙

[@timtime9167]

Kickass stuff. Hey Tom what kind of tuner I'm 55 and I to can't see for shiznit. Good day, Lawrence!

[@gerrytenney8603]

There was one time that I was hired to play for the opening of an auto parts store. It was a trio of clarinet, violin and me on mandolin. Not a great combination. I am used to playing upbeats on the mando, but there was no downbeat. Very confusing. After a song or two I realized that If I sang the downbeat myself I could keep the upbeats in time. Love your stuff. From an early listener. I might be one of the oldest. 82 and still playing (not that much gigging as when I was a young lad like you)

[@lawrencet83]

Would you consider David Gilmour a great bending guitarist? I think " Another Brick in the Wall pt.2 " is a classic bending solo.

[@papaw2937]

Great!! Uncle Larry on my lunch break.