Homeskoolin' Volume 209, Tom Bukovac, "Instacart Blues"

[@nilsgarcia343]

Hey Tom, about guitar players ranting online- do you think axe slingers and plank spankers are more lonely than the average citizen?

[@501chorusecho]

i would absolutely LOVE to know how many of those posers who throw out their opinions on that site like they are George Martin actually make a full living ONLY playing music......i would bet it's less than 1 percent....such a lonesome scene over there

[@tobe2056]

@@501chorusecho That's ok. I sold them many guitars ;-)

[@joshthomason8170]

Man, its hard enough to find time to post with hitting two keys at a time, especially for this old guy! But you all will get a positive 👍🏻 response! Especially inspiring videos? All the knowledge thats spread, what a gift for the people that shares it freely! Man thanks to all that spread the wealth of knowledge!

[@t.sewell1513]

It’s such a pain in the ass to come over to Tom’s channel and listen to him rock out banger after banger and include great insight as to what he does and the beautiful guitars he plays and all for free too boot. Clowns!

[@tomcoryell]

Plank wankers….

[@williamriggin2803]

I'd like to report to the class on my field trip Saturday night to the see The Eagles in Baltimore. It was absolutely amazing, even more so than I imagined it would be. Vince gill had a beautiful pile of Uncle Larry amps, Joe Walsh played a PRS a bunch... an Indo SE model, not one of the high dollar jobs... it sounded magical. Honestly, it was all so damn good the whole show seems like a dream. The only weird part for me is all the cell phones, and the constant battle between security and folks holding phones in the air trying to record. I liked crowds better in the years where everyone was liquored up, passing joints, flicking lighters, and getting on someone's shoulders to flash the band.

[@ShaneBakerTV]

Bro… The playing in the beginning put that big warm bubble in my chest that I get when my daughter runs up to me with an unsolicited hug and an I love you dad! Thanks man! Btw…there will always be an ample supply of “brave” keyboard warriors when there’s millions of miles of ethernet between them and their opponent

[@501chorusecho]

Thank you dude I appreciate that….best feeling in the world ain’t it?

[@ShaneBakerTV]

@@501chorusecho truly is. Btw, i’ve had the pleasure of meeting you once or twice in muscle Shoals. I also had the incredible honor of you playing on some early stuff I recorded years ago.

[@colemandickson4390]

Ladies & gents we must protect this man at all costs, what a national treasure he is..

[@thesunman108]

We need a mystery science theatre version of Uncle Larry perusing TGP.

[@chrislestermusic]

Can I be Tom Servo?

[@bamgrok]

😂

[@bluesslider76]

Lol

[@justincotten]

Brilliant! 😂

[@groverlongwire858]

Your delivery and attitude is awesome! If there’s a buzz around Uncle Larry, it’s because of your delivery and attitude. You’re not pretending to be someone else, and your personality is what makes the videos good. Love the vintage guitars and the gear talk and really value your opinion on that stuff. Much love to you and your family from Austin, Tejas

[@ResponseAudio]

Man, so grateful for all the videos lately. I got hurt pretty bad in an accident in Feb. and I will be laid up for a while. This definitely helps. THANKS!

[@toddflowers8052]

Get well soon !!

[@guitarlovearoundtheworld6684]

Dude-get well soon!

[@toddflowers8052]

@@ResponseAudio You are very welcome....YES it is !!!

[@GuitarGeorge55]

Hope your recovery is quick, cheers from Canada!

[@whiskybravo4648]

Sorry to hear that, get well soon. Hoping the Home Skoolin’ helps the time pass and helps to heal.

[@Tripple-L432]

My Daughter lives there.I am in Knoxville. Couldnt pay me to move there now,I visit and get gone.Much love. Still cruisin the country in east tn.

[@sao9995]

Tom, I don't need to tell you to hang in there and keep hugging the groove because you know it. All I can say that counts is thank you.

[@501chorusecho]

Rock and roll brother

[@echoplexi73]

Tom hope all is well! You’re on a roll with the killer videos these last few weeks. Loving the content with friends and fellow musicians.

[@MichaelAntus]

Some people will never get it. And that's a good thing. Much respect Uncle Larry...

[@cooper5882]

My Father told me once to get next to the person with the most experience and to keep my eyes and ears open and my big mouth shut . I learn and I am entertained by your videos so its always worth my time . Many thanks .

[@rylieriley]

Wise words from your father. Wise words indeed.

[@lightningstrikes7314]

Mine said, 'Never miss an opportunity to keep your mouth shut.'

[@JoelyPera]

Dearest Uncle Larry, your playing is gorgeous and unpredictable. Every note you play is sonically stimulating. Where words end, your playing begins. However, words cannot describe the beauty of your playing. My greatest discovery as a guitarist wasn't a piece of gear, it was stumbling upon your YT channel a decade ago. I think a considerable amount of musicians would agree that you are the most important, and thrilling, guitarist around right now; and will be for many, many years to come.

[@JoelyPera]

@@teddyboy9116 I thought starting my comment off with “Dearest Uncle Larry” was quite comical, no? I value Tom for both his humor and music. Not everyone is going to experience anything in life the same as you. For better or worse :)

[@JoelyPera]

@@Charlee_Murphee Agreed 🙏🏽

[@dougsaroma]

The opening tune and the Trip The Witch lesson, unquestionably worthy of a "Volume," regardless of length. Great stuff as always.

[@thefraish2660]

THAT opening tune needs to go on "Plexi Soul II"! Thanks for all you do for us, Tom. Aloha from Hawaii, where the "Plexi Soul" CD is in heavy rotation while cruising in my car. I feel like I automatically play better just after watching you're videos. Thank you for the inspiration. Sure, Uncle Larry can be a little brash at times, but I always get the feeling that he really cares about us Homeschoolers. I love him.

[@VictorRochaGaming]

Love Nashville. I was there about 10 years ago. My best friend directed a bunch of episodes of Nashville. I came to the city to hang out. Great people. Great coffee. Great music. The city would stay lit at all night for the night shoots. Great city.

[@leoa.g.333]

Tom thanks for everything, music, enterteinment and the reviews of the comments. You are right they are funny.

[@benjaminmurphy3260]

Tom, having very similar experiences down here in Houston. Used to be a very easy place to live and be a creative person. It has become crazy crowded, expensive and the whole laid back vibe that made this sprawling city feel like some sort of secret has been lost.

[@claytonmurrayguitar]

I moved to Nashville in 2021 and moved back home this past December. Definitely a cool place to live, I miss it out in ole Lebanon. But wow, a lot of it did suck. I do miss the energy of it though!

[@marklawson443]

Tom you are amazing keep up the good work . I am an old dad like you. Watched you from the start . Keep it going . Everyone knows maple strats are glassy .

[@sunberst58]

Hey Tom,I'm an aging guitar player from philly who sadly never learned to read music. Thanks for your videos, not one slips by that I don't learn something. Joe Walsh was my first Inspiration to take my playing more seriously..i hope you do more with Joe in the future. Thanks again. Bob.

[@FaithHopeLove77]

the talk of the Gear page was hilarious. Love your humor

[@storeymark]

beautiful playing at the beginning

[@RICO_SUAVE21]

Saturn We Love You!!!! I've been wanting to learn these cords since I first hear the song!!!

[@t.sewell1513]

Instacart is all I’ve used since the Rona hit. Love it!

[@david_spillmour726]

Best pipes in rock that Freddie guy. Just Mho. Meaningless as they are. One of my favorite intros of your entire catalog. Love them all. The buzz is simple, you are a bad ass!

[@buckwalker]

Uncle Larry is just a guy that knows a lot about music and how to play it.

[@EscapeCNY]

Tom, can’t thank you enough for sharing your mega talents!

[@markmcnamara4322]

kinda like uncle larry just wears into your life. for me it is such a good thing. 🤟

[@chrisquinn9104]

Man I think it’s so cool that a kid from Cleveland has built such a great life for himself. Love the comment from a while ago when your mom said how cool it was that you paid off your house. That must have felt good for her.

[@funkadelic1967]

Tom, Just keep doing what you're doing and let it flow. Most of us are here for the inspiration and words of wisdom. My playing has improved by just listening to what you say, and all the extra little nuggets of what you're giving away for free have been gladly received. The one about a single common note in the following chord was a revelation to me. Fuck the negatively that comes your way, this is the best guitar based channel on KZbin by a mile mate!

[@SergioAureo]

That Gearpage section on this episode is just hilarious 😂 Good thing is that there’s a great community of great people here on KZbin that appreciate what you are doing here.

[@KozmykJ]

I was confused for a minute there. I thought he was on about Gearslutz (I prefer the old name ...). Not that I've checked carefully to see the difference. I DO seem to get more emails from GS than TGP though. That could be the source of my confusion ... that and being a doddering old fart 🧙‍♂

[@aronevans9652]

best hands ever. can u do an episode or four on your extensive right hand techniques? the pick tuck, thumb muting, index finger usage are so expressive. we would all benefit on how dynamic those things make your playing! thanks brother. Aaron

[@frankierodriguez8661]

fantastic Mr. Beer

[@BobEstremera]

Analog Tape - The bars of expectation have been lowered, and continue that way, for almost, if not, all professions. The more distant quality becomes, the lower the bar can be lowered. The problem is that quality gets lowered along with the bar.

[@TheFeelButton]

Just finished the Gruhn's episode 1! Good stuff Tom!!

[@markjones3176]

Mr smooth ! Love it

[@925CCARY]

Thanks Uncle Larry that tap slide just open another chapter. I tap but the slide wasn't there never thought of it. Wow that a keeper. Guess I'll owe you yet another case of Rolling Rock.

[@dusty_dustbin_basementjamh4827]

Band name for you and GT: The Buzz Twins Your show is objectively the best. The music and instruction is next level of course, but we stay for the stories and the commentary. Refreshing that you are willing to share a qualified opinion or two. Thank you!

[@Big-A-Russel]

I like entertainment!😎 Love Uncle Larry stories! Plus I have learned some really cool stuff

[@climbtibet]

Uncle Larry can draw more out of an instrument than anyone else I know and, that’s a lotta lotta folks. I like to think of him as the “pocket finder” in any group of musicians-it’s like magic and like no other individual in this world. What really separates him from other players in my humble opinion are the little things, subtleties at just the right time to make the project/song shine ✨ in the best possible way for the artist, producer, whatever. He varies where he plays with his pick hand, varies the pickup selector tone/volume knobs etc. Left hand leaves room for switching up/variations of voicings in chords. The angle of the left hand/how much flesh is on the fingerboard/vibrato when appropriate. He is constantly changing it it up in very subtle, elegant, tasty ways - something that most ever catch on too or realize he is doing and, has an uncanny way of “getting it” right the first time. I’ve never seen him shine too much on his part; it’s just right and he does this because he cares about the music not himself or even the money he makes. Actually the reason he is so confident in his craft contrary to the ah, “haters criticism” is because anybody who “is” anybody in this town knows all this. Uncle Larry let’s his work speak for itself and that my friends proves he needs no written resumes or stuff like that. The recordings and records tell the story without the need for one word from his mouth! 🍻 Pulled a Larry on the comments but felt it needed to be said for the “records”. One last thing - folks will be watching these “school” videos for years and years and, it’s such a blessing for the observant to be able to see his individual approach to the instrument.

[@jimmyhaynes8298]

Tom B, your freaking cool man! Down to EARTH! I would love to jam and learn from you! Regards, Jimmy

[@JamesMurphyProducer]

Damn Tom, starting @ 1:32 , that repeated melodic figure, same octave each time, but different string for each of the 3 repetitions... the slight timbral variations imparted by the differing string gauges, together with the variation in the dynamics each time, depending on your attack... man, that's the definition of sublime right there. Love that shit.

[@joshthomason8170]

Man, Ill tell you are my favorite and easy content to listen my man. So my second career is driving from Reno-chicago to LA and home back to Reno. I got my “much later 78’ 335” strapped in the passenger seat next to me. Listening to you inspires me to practice the minute I stop or get off shift! Thanks again!

[@deke61sg]

Who are these people with the attitude. Yer the coolest dude on the Tube. I never pick up any negativity, if anything, You seem to help anyone who seeks it. Best musicians channel on KZbin. While one of the most talented guys on the Tube, also the most humble in my opinion. Love the videos and content, the pedal video and the Gruhn's video were awesome.

[@GinraiMinor]

You actually managed to humble me with the playing at the start Tommy, Thank you, I am a young stupid shredder with a lot of room for growth, thanks Larry.

[@guitargirlRosann]

Dude you are at one with that guitar. Thanks!💗

[@almostintheband2178]

You make me smile Uncle Larry.

[@phantasmagram9795]

Changing the world with some hot licks!

[@scrantonguitar]

Every box of Uncle Larry Cereal comes with a treat. Sometimes more than one. It may not be a lick but a morsel of advice. Dig down deep in the box. You’ll find the prize. ✌🏼

[@Sammywhat]

You are changing my world, Uncle Larry, and that's good enough for me. God bless you, dearly!!

[@Aaron.k19]

Gorgeous playing

[@yellowtruckproductions7502]

Thanks Tom!

[@markseverson3358]

You're vids are awesome ... there's a great guitar or life lesson in each one you just have to look for it

[@whiskybravo4648]

Always a great day when a new Home Skoolin’ lesson is uploaded. Thanks as always Uncle Larry.

[@RudyWarman]

Loving the tune in the beginning! I've been spending the morning slowly unravelling the masterpiece. Your playing is teaching me a lot right now.

[@matthewf1979]

I could listen to you sit around and talk about old guitars all day. Keep those Ghrun’s videos coming! I love slab board Strats too, but I still own a very spanky maple board/neck Strat. I play guitar like kids play Pokémon, gotta catch em’ all.

[@maxratliff9284]

Have a great day Tom, don't go changin' not that you could if you tried but we all love ya just the way you are....

[@davemassie3726]

Song was badass! Thanks

[@tylerwillison4962]

Really great playing. 👌🏻

[@impala327]

So sweet! Uncle Larry is one of my favorite players.

[@jlore6344]

Don't listen to those yahoos. A lot of people (way more than the yahoos) enjoy and value what you are doing here. Thanks for doin it.

[@steveschefstrom5483]

Tom keep doing what your doing can't wait for your next video .love the old school vibe from your channel keeps me learning and playing .just press

[@jeremypowell6707]

Love you my brother! People attacking you is because your so unbelievably good. Way less jealous people than us who feel like you’re our friend.

[@Tripple-L432]

God Dang man your playing is awesome, Thank you so much,I was off today. I probably wont move from this seat with my guitar the rest of the Day !!lol, Thanx again Uncle larry

[@evanmiller2579]

Amazing tone and playing. Thanks Tom.

[@pearl-n2o]

as a fellow who appreciates the guitar i enjoy your show

[@davidgiroux6047]

Rewatching the older episodes and getting more out of them a second time. Finally understanding your muting concepts. Thanks again.

[@SeeCSeesCC]

❤ still making comments on the same videos cause I love love love love love, Tom Bukovac and his gift

[@waynemiller6070]

Tommy, any major city has turned into what you're dealing with. 😊

[@BorostateBlues]

Good stuff Tom

[@markdeason6461]

hey tom,,,just know I love ya!!!

[@timharris3716]

Mr. BUK!, Said with respect far more than words can describe! Your Playing, Knowledge of music, Knowledge of Tone from Instruments, Amps and Hands that you share with all on your Homeschooling Videos along with what an Amazing Person You are that comes across both in Videos and from Friends of mine that know You, All that combined is what makes this a Treasure Watch, Hear and Learn from! If people would listen to what you say with your Playing and what you are saying, there would be no negative comments! Keep em coming, they help a lot of people! Sent with love from Tim! Thank You!

[@tone1798]

Dear Uncle Larry, the shading you endure is so GREEN! What you show, what we hear and some realism about it all, just might be too much for the fragile, critical and who knows what. I hang and play with a bunch of guys who love this channel. It’s invaluable folks!

[@larryhall8748]

Love the story about the guy who says “all he does is entertain.” WTF, that is why I tune in to every video. Thanks for that entertainment uncle. Keep it coming. Love to you and your family. Your pal from the West, Larry.

[@hughscully]

I appreciate all the recent videos - great new features! Maple v Rosewood Strat at Gruhn's was amazing. I thought the one with Johnny McBride was really interesting. Love all the history. I also watched the live stream from Wookie's. Man, Uncle Larry, watching you work in the studio, you must have every singer/songwriter in Nashangeles ringing you up to produce them.

[@waitingforguitar6991]

Uncle Larry. I appreciate you for who you are and your honesty. When you've gotten as good as you are, I'd expect self-confidence leaning toward "full of yourself." But you clearly get along with colleagues and deliver the goods. Love the channel. Keep being awesome.

[@philroselle1514]

Home Skoolin folks, know what's up. We love ya Tom!! Best channel on the Tube

[@weissmann7770]

Hey guys. The more you watch Uncle Larry, you understand how good he is at playing his axe. I've been playing over 50 years, and appreciate how Tom has learned his instrument without getting too wrapped up in theoretical musings. Shut up and listen

[@phildohogne1970]

I heard Dean Parks say in the early 70's I don.t know why anyone would want to live in LA- I don't know why a studio guitarist would want to live anyone else. Nashville is the new LA since the music industry all but collapsed. You nailed it- it is the new LA. My friend bought a whole analog studio in the 80's when the studio went digital. He had a digital with pro toooools also. It was just like when we recorded in LA in the early 70's. was amazing. He died. At his wake I went over to the drummer from LA and asked him if he knows he the drummer on Take This Job and Shove It. He said "what are you talking about"- he didn't remember he was on it. How many hundreds of songs don't you remember you recorded (ha), The art of studio guitarist is forgetting 95% of what you know and just giving them the 5% they want and making it sound like it is the most important thing in the world to you. Simplify, Simplify, Simplify- you are one of the great masters. Y'all have heard me so many times it is funny (i come from a period in LA that when you do someone else's work for them, if you tell anyone, the producer would spread it around and no one would hire you). Tom these guys have very little to no experience doing this. The last 20 years in Nashville will go down as the period where the sound and style of Nashville's studio guitar was defined by Tom Bukavak. I have already ready that in one important publication. Fuck Them.

[@brandtschweikert1206]

Keep doing what you do and share your wisdom, talent, and good vibes. You are a true gem. Thank you Uncle Larry!

[@frankmaceri1978]

Hi Tom, just had a listen to Trip the Witch, amazing work, I love where you guys take the progressions, endless amount of creativity with every track. Awesome album!

[@billyweeksrealsmallclosetm8484]

thanks for the entertainment uncle larry...always cool to have a dose of the real. love your human condition.

[@scottpickett9779]

Man I hear ya about your town growing. The little town I moved to here in WNC 30 yrs ago has blown up. I almost get road rage pulling out my driveway because of the traffic. A silver lining is that there are more places to gig.

[@michaelsawyer6887]

Thank you Unk.Erry day..

[@jeffburnham4582]

I learn so much watching this channel. Thank you for sharing! ❤

[@lupcokotevski2907]

As long as they leave your hair out of it. That Eb add 9 is magic.

[@markmcnamara4322]

my same experience in every square inch in new jersey where danelectro made guitars in neptune nj. oh!

[@BOBBRADLEYCHANNEL]

Never stop uncle Larry

[@rossmitson]

I'm not moving to Nashville, if that's any consolation!

[@rynevonderlinden2156]

Nice video and great playing! I love the content of your videos and understand sometimes they digress, but I enjoy them and if I learn something even better. Probably a hypocritical statement, but some people don’t know how to see something they don’t like and move on with their lives instead of voicing their opinion. Keep rockin’ Uncle Larry! 🤘🏼😎

[@rylieriley]

Hey, Tom, I hope you had a good day at work today. Here's what I think about your content: If all you ever did was play the way you do at the beginning of every video, I'd be a better player because of it. Listening to the way you put a song together gives me a lot of fresh ideas. I also enjoy hearing your thoughts on all the many things you talk about (I even enjoy the sports cards). The trips to the music stores and studios are always fun (I get a lot of helpful information from those). You have a great channel, and I genuinely appreciate the fun, useful and important things you share with us.

[@davidpepper442]

You can substitute Austin for everything you said about Nashville, past and present. Very similar towns in vibe and development. Cheers Tom and Homeskoolers

[@Mickey69745]

A long time ago when the gear page first spun off from the birds and moons site, there were far less nimrods. It was nice then. You can't go home again.

[@anthonyjones6086]

I drove through nashville aug 2021, made a couple stops. Could immediately tell it’s too crowded. Anyway, “change the world with hot licks”. I’d buy that t-shirt 🤘🏼

[@erickwalsh9258]

I stopped going to the gearpage a long time ago.

[@kindnick58]

Thanks, Tom

[@michaelgregory2231]

+1 for John McBride! Every time I've been with him was never long enough. Just a great atmosphere in his presence.

[@BigHairyGuitars]

Dude! Thanks for showing the chords for Saturn. SO great! What a treat to hear Jon on that too! Great great track!!! 🔥

[@raycordmusic]

Love when you talk about tape Tom!