Homeskoolin’ Bonus “Unskinny Bench”

Uncle Larry restrings his trusty old 1958 Gibson Les Paul Standard whilst proudly displaying what 55 years (well 39 actively) of drinking ice cold beer will inevitably do to a man’s belly.
...and for your curiosity, here’s this bloke called Jesse Wells that i mentioned...the one that some posh internet bird made a video about trying to cancel....what the fuck ever...
a lot of folks don’t like his style or his voice…you may not either, i totally get it.
personally, i think he’s cool.
even if you hate it, you gotta admit the boy has a way with words.
• Fentanyl
oh, and by the way, i got a guy working on the "touched by an uncle" t shirts that many of you have been asking for.
here's the donation links to the Homeskoolin' channel if you are so inclined
paypal is [e-mail]
venmo is @tom-bukovac-1

[@steelstrunghero]

Uncle Larry's really only moving because he doesn't want to change the battery in that smoke detector.

[@christopherkuefler9839]

Hilarious dude, that would be me!

[@kevinwalrad3319]

That's the real reason for selling the house! The Working Man's got no time for changing smoke detector batteries.

[@meyerjp3]

Uncle Larry hired Chuck Norris to move his furniture.

[@jethro_bardot]

This is 100% accurate.

[@pitkon6147]

I'm 69 and I love this philosophical talk from Uncle Larry. Thank you.

[@frankgtrucks200]

me too...and I don't even play guitar. I played horns in 17th century cover bands (orchestras) for 30 years.

[@stauffrt2]

Me too …and while I think I play guitar, I’ve been told I don’t really.

[@capivaraverde]

This morning I was driving around town and played “Leaving Trunk”, without any sort of introduction, to my 7-year-old boy. Seeing the kid spontaneously closing his eyes, snapping his fingers and shaking his head to the beat was one of those never-to-forget moments. Thank YOU Uncle Larry! Much, much Love! 💚

[@TheBoomtown4]

All of us Bukomaniacs have it playing in our cars all around the world for our respective morning commutes .

[@JerBanta]

I’ve tried them all … D’adarios are the shit …

[@sup1e]

Taj is a legend. Lots of great tunes to dig into. He and Ry Cooder deserved much more exposure imo anyway.

[@markr.k8260]

The way the light hits the carve is a beautiful thing

[@fudbob5889]

I come for the guitar, stay for the life lessons. Thanks Uncle Larry

[@bryanwilliams6032]

I just checked that Jesse wells kid out thank you. 2 years ago March the 11th. I lost my 31 years old daughter to fentanel overdose. I wish in the past I would've been more sympthic to people who have lost children. Thanks Larry!

[@tomcoryell]

Sorry for your loss Bryan. Hope you’re having a good day.

[@jansbamusic4778]

😓🙏

[@estenray5385]

My sincere condolences.🙏🫶

[@TheBoomtown4]

Glad to see that you made it through although, I can’t imagine how hard that must be and I pray I never find out. Stay strong, keep pushing through brotha.

[@thegolfingmusician6345]

My daughter is on fentanyl too. I’m so sorry. I go to bed every night wondering if today I’ll get that call. Tried everything to help her… I wish they’d give life in prison to opioid dealers!

[@CzZank]

I'm watching this restring video at night waiting for being dad again. Time well spent.

[@richardcroce1022]

So Im walken down the block in 1964 and I look to my right and see on the steps of a church a bunch of guitars. I see a gold one that strikes my fancy and I find a priest in the church who tells me its for sale. I didnt know what it was I only knew I dug it. I ran home got $65 dollars for it. Never even played it before purchasing it. Went home plugged it in and damn what a sound. It was a 55 or 6 les paul gold top with p 90s. I played it for years but had to sell it to do the interior on my 57 chevy! The village in the 60s was incredible. For 2 bucks you walked into a club got a cup of coffee (included in the price of admission) and heard some incredible music. Cafe Night Owl was my favorite spot. Thanks for reminding me.

[@dlmyrs]

Love these bench talk videos. Thanks, Uncle Larry!

[@kenshandy124]

the perfectly common sensical larry gets no protest from this dude

[@dr2675]

"Coated string are bullshit, friends." Tom Bukovac YES!!!!!

[@Realblakemoody]

Never heard that before but Unc has zero reason to lie. I was told that they last longer but I never asked if they were as good Dammit! 😂😂😂. All mine got em 💯💯

[@stringlocker]

They might be good but I've never tried them. It just didn't make sense to me. I don't want to but I have to pass on that argument

[@TheBoomtown4]

@@RealblakemoodyI play the Martin lifespan 2.0’s on my om, wonder if he hates them too? They say they’re treated not coated.

[@ronkresch9228]

Hey Tom……did you ever get into the real old blues guys like Blind Blake…..Mississippi John Hurt…..Blind Lemon Jefferson…..just curious

[@stringlocker]

it seems like we spend a lot of time trying to keep gunk off of the strings.

[@misterknightowlandco]

As a high school history teacher, I looooove having kids like yours in class. I usually only get one maybe two a school year, sadly, but I love it! Makes the class go by so much fun.

[@TaylorSchlupp]

Larry is dropping the truth today... PC crap, cold Lake Erie winters, cancel culture... All while stringing a fine piece of history. Love it!

[@oneox958]

On the topic of coated strings, some of us don't have much of a choice. The oils in my hands cause strings to oxidize very quickly and a set of NYXLs at my local music shop are $17 a set. It's not about the time required to change em; I find changing strings quite cathartic - it's a budget issue. Nearly $50 a month for guitar strings is not an insignificant expense for many of us.

[@themattlewisexperience]

Morning Larry.... I'm sorta new to your channel but I'm really digging it. makes me feel like I'm learning something, cause I am. From guitar history to music history to a playing lesson. I appreciate you man.

[@501chorusecho]

thank you mate...welcome aboard, it's a wild ride

[@brownmonkeybananayellow]

I love these string change videos because I know they will be long.

[@JimFothergill]

That intro cracks me up Tom. You stick ur head in there and with perfect timing hello friends!! Cracks me up!!!!

[@cheapthrillsboston]

"...hello, friends..." 😂

[@matthewf1979]

I usually hate horizontally recorded videos, but this angle works for a guitar on a bench. You're a wise man, Unc.

[@lionelmandrake785]

Feeling a 180 would be better

[@stringlocker]

Isn't the vertical video hip? Larry's just trying to get with it

[@fuerLutzi]

Its vertical boys

[@stringlocker]

@@fuerLutzi oh yeah thank you let me change that

[@matthewf1979]

@@fuerLutzi lol, it was really early in the morning. You're correct!

[@adam-yk6yd]

Sending best wishes from Liverpool, UK for a straightforward and stress free move Larry - hope you and the boys are happy in the new home 🏠

[@matthewwillis4892]

Stoked you gave Jesse some props. I'm with you, I think he's valid, especially now.

[@davidharder7512]

*Uncle Larry!** I absolutely LOVE these bench videos, listening to you just talk. So, so cool. MORE, please!!

[@ryangunwitch-black]

20:55 Dude that’s wild! Look at that pick up ring and the pick guard. They are totally fused. I absolutely love old stuff like this. I’m only (pffft ONLY) 48 so my 53 year old Yamaha red label acoustics seem ancient. My Harmony arch top actually chiseled the Ten Commandments as far as I’m concerned cuz it’s from ‘62. lol

[@JonnyC-nv1mj]

Thanks Larry. Always enjoy hangin out with ya at the bench

[@RandyFootLong]

Man I appreciate the words of wisdom and dank licks…. The list goes on! Homeskoolin is IMPORTANT.

[@johnmirabile3535]

That thing is special!! Great example of a vintage burst. Sounds great!!

[@dmac-333]

Tom, apart from the priceless guitar lessons and advice, you always crack me up and cheer me up. cheers to you.

[@dwaynejessome1728]

Happy Birthday Norma & Sarah - My son talks about cousin who passed away when he was 7 - that was10 years ago July 1st the way Marshall speaks of his Grandma. It's a beautiful thing

[@robertsoulier4736]

That opening phrase "Hello Friends" is epic. Every time I open one of your videos (probably 3 times a day till I catch up with all of them), I say it with you "Hello Friends". Lol.... love it

[@dennischarles9378]

This made changing strings a million times better. Thanks Unc

[@themooseling]

You have the soul of a wise man and the enthusiasm of a Young Man, it shows in your playing and commentary 😀✌️

[@olddogguitars23]

Dude I just got my copy of Taj Mahal in and started listening. Thanks for mentioning it recently.

[@darthkeyes]

Very candid, Larry! Thanks! Also still hoping to get one of those titanium slides you mentioned a while back.

[@nathanprofitt3224]

Hello from south eastern Ohio, Gallia County. Really enjoy your site content and especially all of the imparted wisdoms. Beautiful Lester!!!

[@xmortlyx]

Time to call the Tulsa office to work on a new tshirt: “Coated strings are bullshit.” - Uncle Larry Lol.

[@johndennis9838]

They are. He described the exact sound of them too. They have their own sound, and it's not your guitar sound.

[@xmortlyx]

@@johndennis9838 I don’t disagree. I just think it would be funny on a tshirt. I’d buy it.

[@sevenmileridgeband]

FANTASTIC. Great talk and really fun to watch the string changing and stretching!

[@ironikaika]

Came back because I just had the moment necessary to get me committed to D’addario strings. I’ve been a EB user since childhood because I never felt the need to change. I bought a 10 pack of super slinky in 2021. I also bought 3 packs of D’addario 008 XL because I wanted to try out a lighter gauge. Today I went to change strings and all my EB have rusty/corrosive places on them. The D’addario were pristine. I now have no reason to not buy D’addario strings from here on out. Love ya, Uncle Larry.

[@danielrose3172]

I lived 2 blocks from lake Erie, in bay village. Spent most of my childhood in or around the lake. We used to try and see Canada. Ha!

[@David-jb6ev]

Uk guitat tech here...totally with you on the coated string issue. Had a Martin in that rattled on the G string. Turned out to be where the coating had worn thruogh. Love the channel.

[@ManchurianCounterweight]

Good info!

[@christopherlyons9367]

My nephew turned me on to Jesse Wells just a couple days ago and think he's great! Can't wait for the touched by an uncle shirts. Love you Larry....see ya in August!❤✌

[@brooksphillips2234]

I would love to hear an episode on keeping a Les Paul in tune. I have become a bit of an at home luthier. I don't have a luthier near me and had to learn how to set up a guitar, including cutting my own nuts. I love hearing you talk shop and would really dig an episode like that. I just started watching and subscribed after the first video! Great content, Uncle Larry! I always learn a lot!

[@timcorbridge6772]

I absolutely love your re-string rant vids Larry. Man, I vibe with everything you said there. Love ya man.

[@charlesstafford3457]

Always wondered about your position on life things turns out I’m like minded… best channel I watch!!! Thanks LARRY!!!

[@kristinaluckett5591]

Hey Tom, I think it's awesome that that burst made it's way to you. They were built for a reason and being locked away as a speculating commodity was never part of that equation. You use it for what it was intended and in fine fashion as always. Cheers, Bob.

[@rezakhan8290]

I LOVED today's episode. Thank you. Love those LPs. Loved the topics.

[@cantyouhearmeknocking1961]

I've been listening to Jesse Welles for a couple of months now.The first song I heard was "Whistle Boeing". Then "War isn't Murder". It's like Bob Dylan and Arlo Guthrie had an illegitimate love child. With one of them also foolin around with John Prine. Very clever and sarcastic lyrics. He also had a pop rock band called Welles when he was 16. He don't look like the same guy now. Talented young man.

[@0goaway0]

Love the old Cleveland Larry rant and rave !!! Thanks man

[@SeeCSeesCC]

❤ oh my gosh, I realize now how much of a problem this is for me when I had a hard time even getting on my tiptoes and staying there. Weakness on me I’ve been going to a stretch lab once a week and it’s been helping Northeast

[@danthegeetarman]

Tom, to save yourself a lot of time, quickly pack everything you can in moving boxes, that way the movers are just doing the heavy fast work (saves money since you pay movers per hour). Then they grab a box, move it to the truck. Grab a box, move it to the truck, etc. And take the guitars yourself in the back of your car or truck. Don't want to risk them sloshing around in the back of a truck. And lastly any furniture that you especially don't want broken, WATCH THEM while they move it. And while it may seem annoying to have to watch over them. Make sure to tell them to be careful as well, and that it's fragile (while you watch them). If you don't they'll just carelessly chuck the furniture around as fast as they can. Took me two moves with damaged furniture to finally learn thats the ONLY way to make sure they don't break any furniture (sadly) and sure enough, last move where I watched them move the large furniture - no damage. Lastly, tell them to keep an eye at the corners of the house, otherwise they'll bash the crap out of your walls. Before anyone jumps down my throat, yes _some_ movers are good and do everything I mentioned without having to be watched, buuuut, are you willing to take that risk?? 🤔Plus it's REALLY hard to trust the reviews on yelp since some of my best experiences were with 3 star ones and worst ones with 4 star ones :/

[@brianharrison3011]

Great video chat, totally agree. I have been using the XL110,s since the early 80,s and the only improvement they did that I liked was the balanced tension version of them. Tried others over the years and always come back to the XL110’s

[@howabouthetruth2157]

Funny how ya mentioned Jesse Wells, because by sheer chance, I just stumbled upon his youtube channel less than a week ago. Never heard of him before that. I binge watched/listened to at least a dozen of his songs. He does indeed write & perform witty songs about current affairs. The kid's got talent for song writing, that's for sure.

[@janbay4119]

I listened to Jesse Wells....I like his music!

[@therealthomasbraam]

Always love these hang style video’s. Great hang

[@BertSummersell]

I do the same thing with my kids (ages 6 & 3)I let them pic the subject... "how do airplanes fly"? Or whatever. I just want to spark their curiosity and enjoy learning.

[@jimmyfrombrooklyn8550]

My entire foray into elevated guitarisms started in a Nashville garage then moved to a kitchen. Not a fan of change either, but in life change is inevitable- except from a vending machine. Rock on session man

[@TMO___222]

Unc! Since 4th of July weekend is coming up I’m sure a lot of us students will have to play the anthem this weekend. Would love hear the anthem uncle Larry style!

[@bottomkitchen250]

Great episode Tom! I was just thinking the other day, how it would be great to see another work bench video. Especially enjoyed the folklore and history stuff. I never knew the original ABR-1 had issues with saddles falling off.

[@michaelhylemon1073]

Uncle Larry, excellent suggestion on Ry Cooder, I haven't listened to him in a while. Good luck with the move, and as always, thanks. As a golfer, I can watch golf on TV without getting bored, and as a guitar player I can watch your videos without ever getting bored 😎

[@mojo6778]

I had to make another post after you mentioned Jesse Wells, I remember Jimmy Soul If You Wanna Be Happy (Marry an Ugly Girl) - I laugh every time I hear that song.

[@brianwood7237]

Thanks for turning us on to Jesse Happy 4th Good luck with the move 🥃🍺

[@scottbee501]

Hope your moving is going ok and not too stressful. From Illinois I just bought a rural house two days ago in northern Arkansas. I’m riding the stress train mostly from the wife’s incessant “what if” questions. Embrace the pain for some good may come from it. Hopefully! Thanks for all the outstanding free content. I’ve learned so much. Love Otis.

[@thesongwritersdropin2565]

Thank you very much Tom . Its music to my ears to hear you say that coated strings suck. They sound like crap and feel even worse. on the topic of the Gibson ledger. Maybe the accountant was flying through Bermuda went it went missing. As for homeskoolin Ep 244 thats possibly a more of sinister mystery!. 😉

[@BOBBRADLEYCHANNEL]

Pats goldtop Oscar is an insane sounding guitar. Cheers Tom!

[@calebbhawkins]

Jesse Welles needs to be a household name like Bob Dylan. He’s spitting truth people need to hear. But seriously can we crowd fund that guy a Martin acoustic?!

[@cantyouhearmeknocking1961]

He chooses to play the Stella. It's a folk/parlor guitar, which fits the style of music he is playing. He has older videos with him playing many different guitars in a pop rock band he had 6 or 7 years ago.

[@calebbhawkins]

@@cantyouhearmeknocking1961 yeah… I get it, I’ve owned half a dozen of those myself. It’s “folky and cool” sure… So is a 0-18.

[@ricksteves07]

LOL...good one Tom on strings that wear coats! Martin Retro strings are sweet!!

[@joshellyson]

Uncle Larry, yep, with you, I get it. Thanks for the bench time conversation.

[@StClairMusic]

I bought an ironing board to use as my guitar work bench. Works perfectly!

[@sylvierudinger6523]

Hello tom, bon café,merci pour tes explications 👍 bonne soirée 🎸🎵🎶🎶💯🤩

[@Hbomb731]

Damn! You have hit on Sony things tonight that get my fire going and make me want to scream from the roof top but the coated strings! I’m a nobody and I too hate those things. Man I just had to get that off my chest! Thank you!

[@toddflowers8052]

🤯Just came from today's Otis Gibbs video and then you mentioned him !!! Have great day UL !!🌅☕☕

[@estenray5385]

Hey Uncle Larry! Hank Greenberg old Hankus Pankus! Haven’t heard him mentioned in a bit! Would love to listen in on one of your history lessons! And Jesse Welles seems he has a streak of the old talking blues a la Bob Dylan in him. Thanks for helping us check him out! He’s a total👍 for me!

[@mattgarcia440]

Coffee and a burst... Come on man, what's better than that ?

[@benjaminsoundandprojects3710]

hahahaha "you'll hate it at first" talking about his new kitchen. Gah he's so right though. I'm gonna miss that kitchen!

[@kungstu22]

What a neat, specific restring process. Noted.

[@GraemeCampbellMusic]

I use the Dadarrio coated acoustic strings because I do 2 & 3 hour solo acoustic gigs in bars. My sweat kills normal strings in one gig, so it’s a cost things. I get a decent sound though. However for electric when I’m recording I’m with you, I use Ernie’s or XLs

[@blanejohnson9045]

I see the old burst in the thumbnail I get excited. That guitar is soo fkn open and gorgeous sounding.

[@ryangunwitch-black]

23:03 Ryan’s Hot Take😂: Coated strings are for bedroom guitar scientists.

[@ap7498]

Happy early Independence Day Uncle Larry and everyone, thanks for the video. Good luck with the move this weekend, isn’t it always a semi pain in the ass. But there will come a time in the not so distant future when you’ll be out chilling with the boys near the pool, drinking a nice cold beer and it will all be worth it.

[@DreaNEO]

I have yet to figure out if your references over the years about C.C Deville are tongue in cheek... Love the Bench-Talk videos... I am not bored at all, just know good content when I see it. THANKS BUK!!!

[@brownsfan7753]

Love these talks!!! And your Burst!!!

[@mojo6778]

Uncle Larry, hearing you talk about the AVR1 and string popping off when making a big bend made me think - as long as Uncle Larry has been playing sessions, gigs and tours, he has to have some nightmare stories of crap that has happened to him when performing - I think that would make a great video or two or three. 😀 Love these videos. How is Greg doing, I think about him every time I have a cup of his coffee.

[@cpost1558]

Yes Tom NY XL those are the strings. Even I can tell. I love em.

[@michaelruiz3167]

Interesting POV "Shorts" view, changing it up keeping us on our toes. NYXL's are pretty nice and very consistent to me so far and Ive been using them for at least 5 years, one thing is I have to force myself to change the set usually after I break 2 high E's and a B string.

[@KorbenDenver]

Recreational Outrage is this country's new official pastime...Goodtimes...

[@brianmiller3287]

Recreational outrage. I'm gonna use that!!!

[@brantnorthman9040]

That was finally the right perspective on the right hand. Still can't do it, lol. Thanks man.

[@501chorusecho]

practice it for 40 years, you'll get it

[@ikkenhisatsu7170]

For the love of all that's holy, do your last video in this house after it's been emptied. It's a good way to say goodbye to your last home.

[@jamesmarcin4787]

I hear the smoke detector chirping. We had to replace every smoke detector in the entire house to brand new ones when we moved to another house here in NJ. Good luck with your move😊

[@BossDM-2]

Gonna miss the kitchen. Larry. Change is inevitable, but it ain't always good. I hope the Jimmy Brown picture finds a spot in the background at the new place. When are you going to find any time to visit that Great Lake again with your boys? Early fall when the best sport season starts? Maybe after the big move some additional donations could help with that. I really gotta do the PayPal thing soon. After watching each of these great KZbin posts I keep feeling like I've left the restaurant after eating a great meal with great service without leaving a tip.

[@Billywagner22]

I broke a string and lost a saddle on a gig. Now it’s a Faber locking bridge for me. I’m just playing a R9 so it’s not the same as your burst, but it still gets it done.

[@revelry1969]

Yes, I love these bench videos. I got a ‘57 Goldie with black parts. Mine got stainless steel covers too. Did you know the early ones had stainless steel covers? These things are like Stradivari.

[@knowl1969]

"Crusty ole Larry" is cool! I am 55 and 100% agree with all your comments on PC bullshit! 🙂You crack me up!!!

[@michael53ish]

Loving In Stereo Uncle. You cant say anything these days without offending someone

[@masterbuilder3166]

Bro that is one beautiful Les Paul 💯

[@jaygallamore562]

Uncle Larry, I agree with you about having maybe one more move in me. After 33 years in the Navy and moving every 2-3 years I would rather run through a meth lab with my hair on fire than move again!

[@mikemorgan4774]

Mornin Uncle Larry, hope you are well.

[@johntwardy1430]

was in 70 below zero in chicago made it about 3 blocks before i had to cuddle into a snow bank to warm up and make it to a corner bar to warm up and get a buzz made the last three blocks with a little help from my friends.

[@ToddTheJoker]

I use Ernie Ball 10s, can't find anything to surpass them. I love these changing strings chats!

[@h.sinclair]

Orlando Cepeda from the Reds recently just passed, when I was a kid he was a real star

[@steveschefstrom5483]

Love the xl strings

[@johndennis9838]

I started using the nyxl about a year ago for a goof. Then I was pissed because they were much better and I like to change strings before gigs so now it gets more expensive. But they do last much longer. Also, D’addario Nickel/bronze for Acoustics. Best acoustic strings I’ve come across.

[@Johngonefishin]

I was able to fix a 60' caved ABR-1 by pounding it with a soft mallet on a very thick flat concrete floor, it straightened out nicely.