Tom Bukovac And Guthrie Trapp Live At The Underdog In East Nashville

Tom Bukovac and Guthrie Trapp playing together live at last!
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I got a last minute phone call from my good buddy Guthrie asking me if I could come film he and Tom playing live at a local bar here in Nashville called The Underdog. He said he and Tom were playing a show and they were hoping they could get a little footage of the show.
The Underdog is a fantastic little dive bar in East Nashville that I highly recommend you go to if you ever come to town. It's where all of the monsters come out to play. On any given night the level of musicianship you can see there is astounding!
This clip is short and sweet. It is just two songs one from their new record In Stereo and one track that didn't make the album but they were both awesome. These songs were totally unrehearsed and played on the fly.
If you are a fan of great guitar playing and fantastic songs you are gonna love this! Hopefully I can get some more tunes up soon.
This is only the second or third time I have ever filmed bands in a club and I have no idea what I am doing so keep that in mind when you watch it lol. It’s all a work in progress and like guitar the more you practice the better you get.
Two new guitar courses from Guthrie Trapp and Tom Bukovac coming soon! Make sure to get on the email list at brettpapa.com for more info on the official release.
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[@marekgitarzysta5193]

The fact that such music exists in 2024 gives hope......

[@BrettPapa]

100% agreed!

[@bluehouse41]

Absolutely!

[@ChrisArlesMusic]

absolutely !!!

[@words4dyslexicon]

i *LIKES* it !

[@riklionheart23]

Yup 💜🙏🏼✨

[@sacsammyfan3662]

Beato brought me here,,, oh my goodness,, what a beautiful treat

[@BrettPapa]

They know how it’s done for sure!

[@Rhoneman]

Same here, heard them on Beato and bought their record. Awesome talent.

[@booworkscouk]

Ditto...

[@BeefNEggs057]

Beato - he’s still out there huh. I’ve blocked his trash too many times - never see him thank gawd.

[@reiddillashaw2383]

I'm here for Tom and Guthrie. And holy cow with the rhythm section, too.

[@BrettPapa]

Yep they are all monsters!

[@ulfskjol]

@@BrettPapa But you could have told the public who they are...

[@mt-nv4jd]

Two of the finest players I ever saw. I'm 75, and have seen a few.

[@BrettPapa]

Agreed!

[@joshellyson]

Thank you for your generosity Mr Brett for this.

[@BrettPapa]

Sure thing! Thanks for tuning in.

[@vaughnmaurt5013]

@@BrettPapa this is how it’s done so good ! thank you Brett

[@uelisgold]

​@@BrettPapayou did a great job filming, great camera angles and the tone was awesome. Thanks for sharing this with us!!

[@BrantonLangley]

Brett Papa 🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@stevelankford7087]

Wowza this will get you lost 😎

[@philf4086]

One of the coolest things to see here is two guitarists playing smallish amps, no PA system, no miking, just organically flowing through the crowd. Fantastic!!!

[@ShadamAran]

It’s Nashville. There is definitely a pa.

[@BrettPapa]

For sure! Sounded great in there!

[@philf4086]

@@ShadamAran I'll take your word for it, I just don't see any mics for the amps. Maybe they have a line out box we can't see.

[@philf4086]

​@@ShadamAran Of course there is a PA for drums (can see those mics) and the vocal mics. You've convinced me.

[@KyleMcAllisterMusic]

FWIW I was there and I've played there too. There is of course a PA for the Vox and drums, but the 2 guitar amps aren't usually mic'ed there. GT was playing his old Pro Reverb, and Tom was (I love this so much) playing the house deluxe reverb. So cool!

[@17colosal]

Uncle Larry's solo is from other galaxy. Face melting

[@waynehicks1969]

If you are a fan of accomplihed musicians showing off their skills in a tasteful way, you gotta love this.

[@BrettPapa]

For sure!

[@lukeroesguitar]

I love how two masters of the guitar can sound completely different

[@BrettPapa]

Totally!

[@otherfish]

Tom's first break gave me some chills

[@imasudonem]

Bass and drums are killing it! What a band.

[@BrettPapa]

For sure. They are awesome!

[@jakeells3005]

Toms solo is such a psychedelic rollercoaster, incredible

[@ka4sxi]

My Strat and Tele aren’t really talking to me right now. After hearing this they know what they are capable of😂😂😂 This was awesome.

[@BrettPapa]

Haha!

[@greg3030]

Damn. That’s what mine were doing😂

[@jerrybattista6952]

Thank you kindly Brett Papa!

[@BrettPapa]

Sure thing!

[@johnny41315]

Tom is the best. Period. Nothing is rushed. No nervous playing. He’s comfortable with silence during licks. He’s talking

[@BrettPapa]

Absolutely!

[@narvul]

I didn't know it was a race?

[@retepmo6534]

Nothing better than a guitar band, guitar music.

[@dwstoeckel4740]

This may be the best jam I’ve ever seen /heard/ experienced... mind blown .. ... when I grow up I wanna play like THIS. unfortunately I’m already 60yrs old.. but I’m workin on it anyway..

[@BrettPapa]

Haha! Thanks for watching!

[@marcos_c_m]

Nashville cultural movement is becoming a genre in itself. And is a beautiful style of music.

[@BrettPapa]

Yep for sure

[@No_idea_whatsoever]

This, ladies and gentlemen is a masterclass on how to do it. Thank you for capturing this for all of us that cant be in nashville

[@BrettPapa]

Sure thing! Thanks for watching!

[@donaldbergmann5405]

Man , the organic wholesomeness of this just restores my faith in LIVE music… The younger players coming up should take lots of notes..

[@BrettPapa]

Totally!

[@jerrydavis6754]

This is the pinnacle of what the Nashville Music scene is. Thank you so much for posting this. I need to get out more.

[@davidsmithweck2412]

Killer rhythm section, hats off to those guys!!!

[@BrettPapa]

Yeah those guys are amazing!

[@frankadams4586]

G and T are throwing it down hard....but....damn.....the rhythm section is no joke. Such supportive and dynamic playing from every direction. Thanks for posting.

[@BrettPapa]

All total beasts at what they do! Thanks for watching!

[@Dogsrule777]

I’ve been playing guitar all my life and haven’t heard Tom play until today. He’s so incredibly tasteful and perfect in the mix. New fan right here!

[@mrredritehand]

They call him "the session man" There's a signature Duesenberg to prove it

[@adamkrauss303]

He is a ton of YT content to explore. Enjoy!

[@abraxas1]

Like most, you probably did hear him several times and didn't know it.

[@jeffreyswansey5195]

Many thanks to Tom, Guthrie and the band for putting their music out for the public and to Brett for his hard work filming, editing and posting such professional quality videos. All for the love of music 🎸🤙🙏

[@tbone2451]

That’s outstanding! Strat and Tele winning combo !!

[@BrettPapa]

For sure!

[@bamgrok]

Killer vibe Awesome playin Loved the drums Cant wait for the record ❤🎸🎸🎸 Still in the mail 💌

[@caseygoins8836]

I was fortunate enough to be there. Was a very special night of music

[@BrettPapa]

That it was!

[@trouschyoutub]

Thank you Brett for sharing this with us! For those who don't already know, that first song is a part of Track 2 'The Window' on 'In Stereo' Some of us were fortunate enough to catch them on Twitch Live Streaming the studio session courtesy of 'IamTheWook' when they were developing this track and recording some of the parts. Outstanding!!! Our Uncle Larry is the master arranger and Guthrie was absolutely in the zone and on FIRE!! Many of his improves that did not make it on the track were incredible!! 3+ hours of being a fly on the wall watching all these gifted musicians work their magic in the studio.

[@BrettPapa]

You are welcome!

[@christopherkuefler9839]

Hands down the best duo I have ever seen!

[@BrettPapa]

Yes sir! They are playing tonight and live streaming it!

[@kitano0]

Reminds me of the great music we were getting in the late 70's, in the wake of the jazz fusion influences! Before we lost our way. But, alas there is still hope! Thanks Uncle Larry and Guthrie!

[@BrettPapa]

Thanks for watching!

[@goodbyepolarbears172]

Absolutely. Hearing a lot of Steely Dan in it. Especially the second tune. Almost expected someone to start singing "Up on the hill."

[@3PLMAG]

@@goodbyepolarbears172Yes, i hear this

[@bokononx4606]

shades of Danny Gatton...

[@churchofthegreenflipflop2436]

Tom Bukovak is king of the faces!

[@SuperDadioMcFarland-v3l]

I love The Underdog. Such cool vibes that are missing in most places.

[@BrettPapa]

Agreed!

[@jamesallanburruto]

A masterclass in tone and technique.

[@BrettPapa]

For sure!

[@BenThere77]

I've been a hobby guitar player for like 20+ years now and these guys have forgotten more than I'll ever know on this instrument. True mastery.

[@williamriggin2803]

I can’t count the amount of times I’ve come back and listened to this. So good.

[@BrettPapa]

Thanks for coming back!

[@SeeCSeesCC]

❤❤meeeeeee too!

[@micfey]

Rythm section is killing it!!

[@BrettPapa]

Yep they are amazing!

[@Jesse_Johnson]

I can’t believe it, I finally landed a cybersecurity job That’s going to put me just a few minutes away from these wonderful venues. It’s like a life dream come true. I know it’s packed, and I know there’s a lot of tourism. I’m there for the music.

[@BrettPapa]

There is no other town like it! Just don’t spy on us all lol!

[@Jesse_Johnson]

@@BrettPapa lololol nah. Nothing to see here.

[@bebopasassin]

Watching this it’s like seeing everything you like about music and realizing someone else out there gets you ! No words for the talent and musicianship up there it like I’m hearing all my hero’s at once ! Please keep this alive !Tour ! Blessings to all of you on this projects success !Cant wait to put this in my system at home ! Thank you !

[@BrettPapa]

Thanks for watching! More from The Underdog coming soon!

[@BrandOdyssey]

Toms playing is mesmerising.

[@BrettPapa]

Agreed

[@Гитарныйконструктор]

Том ваще красавчик!!! 🔥🔥🔥it's awesome!!! 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@davidsmithweck2412]

My God.....this is just amazing

[@BrettPapa]

Thanks for checking it out!

[@Diegobuffalo88]

real people playing real music. that is revolution

[@BrettPapa]

Yep

[@chrislink73]

I would move to Nashville just to go out and see Uncle Larry and the other amazing musicians play out live. This is some great stuff, thanks for putting it up on YT.

[@BrettPapa]

That's what happened to me haha! It is amazing!

[@zentime8047]

I’ve been on a real Guthrie Trapp rabbit hole lately. And of course Uncle Larry is always a treat!

[@BrettPapa]

I can see why! Two of the best!

[@TheDarinAmes]

Thank you Brett! We owe you brother!

[@BrettPapa]

All good! Just glad they asked me to do it. Was really fun!

[@Shredsofeden]

Tom and Guthrie both great. Tom is so open it sick

[@bobgure]

Thanks, Brett! Next best thing to being there hearing my two faves as well as the magnificent Jordan Perlson!

[@fearnpol4938]

Except Hendrix would’ve been wildly out of tune and over playing caring nothing about the tune and all for the solo!

[@BrettPapa]

You bet! Yeah that band is killer!

[@NorthwestGuitarworks]

​@@fearnpol4938 that's an L take

[@dennisgreen7709]

It must be amazing (and FUN) to play with Uncle Larry. He makes EVERYTHING sound so smooth, rich and soulful. There is so much FEEL there, it just perfectly sets the atmosphere so everyone can breathe.

[@BrettPapa]

For sure!

[@2earache]

Tom at his gurning best!! And the gentle, supportive drumming during the 4’ Bukovak interlude sort of reminds me of Billy Cox when he was bassing for Hendrix’s Band of Gypsys at the close of the 60’s!

[@nacienlos70]

Guthrie trapp is on another level. I am amazed by a his vast and tastefull phrazing.

[@BrettPapa]

True! He is amazing! Great dude too.

[@tomasotomaso4936]

I cannot get enough of this. Style masters, tone Gods.

[@BrettPapa]

For sure!

[@jacobk4n3]

I must've watched this 30 times in the last couple weeks. Just grabbing my guitar and jamming along to it lately has been such a joy. Thanks for the tunes.

[@BrettPapa]

That's awesome! Thanks for coming back to check it out.

[@Magnet54]

Heading to Nashville next month. Hope I catch these guys.

[@BrettPapa]

Guthrie plays every Monday night at the Underdog. Jack Ruch plays the same place on Thursday.

[@BobWiepert-cp7tn]

The underdog is a great place an absolute hole in a wall ! lol we got three beers for 20 bucks the cheapest we paid in all of Nashville. But besides all that, music is the forefront once they get on stage look out!

[@aroe3896]

so glad these two are stepping out and getting their own voices out there live on stage.

[@BrettPapa]

For sure!

[@wallqvistphotography4937]

Masterclass! So happy to see that people are re-discovering instrumental music. Beyond words, it always goes to that other dimension.

[@tommyraper3895]

Holy Cow Little Tommy, that young man is rapidly improving!

[@grooveitman929]

Two of my favourite players doing their art together. This is so inspiring.

[@BrettPapa]

Thanks for checking it out!

[@brandontautheguitarexperie256]

Best guitar conversation on KZbin! 🙌🏼🌅🙌🏼 thanks guys!

[@BrettPapa]

Thanks for watching!

[@brandontautheguitarexperie256]

@@BrettPapa thanks for sharing Brett! 🙌🏼

[@SjaakShirly6559]

Thank you so much for filming this!

[@BrettPapa]

Sure thing!

[@samtheman1957]

This music literally lifts me out of this sad world into a beautiful ethereal realm. This isn't chops flashing, it's truly inspired. Thank You for sharing.

[@BrettPapa]

Sure thing! Glad you liked it!

[@timchalmers1700]

Excellent playing by Guthrie and Tom, and Drums and Bass (please fill in the blanks). And many thanks to Brett Papa for recording and posting !!!

[@bazilbrushrocks]

Drums and cymbals looks like Jordan Perlson and Tim Marks on bass (Guthries regular trio)

[@BrettPapa]

You are welcome!

[@timchalmers1700]

@@bazilbrushrocks Aha! Thanks!

[@blindboy1787]

Thanks Brett! So totally cool seeing these two at work.

[@toddwilliams4442]

Two of the coolest cats ever. What I love about this is knowing both of these guys are capable playing with flawless technique @ blistering speed, but they have nothing to prove to anybody. What they played here, every note was intentional and served purpose. Subtle nuances and having something to say with the instrument and the mastery to be able to say it "without yelling" for lack of a better analogy. These two, Brent, Greg Koch, they inspire me to still want to play every minute of everyday I can, after all these years. They remind me how much I love music, and, when my hat is getting a lil too snug regarding my own playing, I can hear them and it's like I'm 14yo, fumble fingering my way thru remarkably bad versions of wildwood flower/proud mary/sweet home Alabama for some poor victim and seeing their "awe, bless your heart" smile as they give pity appreciation. Somehow I didn't know about Guthrie and Tom's album. I HAVE to have it.

[@BrettPapa]

Their album is fantastic! Thanks for watching!

[@chrisc8073]

Love the white fender's theme.

[@shanerose5348]

Instant slump cure, this is unreal. 30 seconds in, inspired to play❤

[@cantyouhearmeknocking1961]

To all involved, thank you for the great music & the cool vibes! Great job BP!

[@BrettPapa]

Thanks!

[@bluesjunke]

Four masters on stage and do not forget the sound guy on the board. Great just great!

[@BrettPapa]

There is no guy on the board haha! Just two microphones at the front of the stage.

[@flyballhdeg9775]

More licks than a bag of Tootsie Pops! I loved the shot of Tom's solo with the Yuengling sign in the corner! A+++++++...

[@BrettPapa]

lol!

[@uhoh007]

Bukovac reminds me of Edgar Bergen. HIs strat does more than sing...it comes to life like Charlie McCarthy, posing, gesturing, while the frets disappear altogether. Lovely understated playing, Tom's worship of singers shows,

[@-Atmos1]

A Strat & Tele together sounds awesome .

[@enricob2712]

Best guitarists and best place in Nashville! Was there a month ago. I saw Guthrie, and wish I could go back soon! 🎸

[@BrettPapa]

Yep it’s a special place indeed!

[@GerryLaneMusic]

Absolutely incredible playing from all four musicians and kudos to Brett Papa for the video…..fantastic!

[@BrettPapa]

Glad you liked it! Thanks for checking it out!

[@damianpassarella562]

Are you kidding me that solo was from another realm Guthrie Tom was looking at you like no way! Dude you raised some hairs on my neck wish I were there

[@TheJTish]

this is epic guitar shit, ya know? thanks for sharing!

[@BrettPapa]

Glad you liked it!

[@jerryhatrick5860]

This is freaking beautiful. I can hear the influences in it also.

[@BrettPapa]

Thanks for watching!

[@dhaband]

This is the Eras tour that should be making the $billions

[@billknudson7895]

I badly needed this-hearing two virtuosos playing their guitars inside out. These guys are among the scant few who are keeping their eyes on the future. Thanks so much for posting this.

[@BrettPapa]

Sure thing!

[@tdz69]

Look at the “connection” on that stage. These guys are in it. Something all these KZbinrs sitting in their rooms running licks a million miles an hour will never get or have.

[@BrettPapa]

For sure it really is a thing!

[@thestuffmikedoes2309]

Weird that you have to cast aspersions on “KZbinrs,” who are people just like you and me. Insecure, maybe?

[@tdz69]

@@thestuffmikedoes2309 nah. Very secure. Secure enough to spit facts. You’re the insecure one butt hurt over the comment to point of having to comment. Insecure maybe?

[@tdz69]

@@thestuffmikedoes2309 got my reply removed. Hahaha.

[@keithfields1178]

I’m a NEUB to Tom, and I’m diving in full throttle to his music! Great sound! Love it.

[@XieYie-d2b]

Soundtrack of life, the first song on repeat all day

[@BrettPapa]

Haha I can see that!

[@travelbydragonfly]

Beautiful job on the sound Mr Papa. What a treat !

[@BrettPapa]

Thanks! I didn't capture the Audi but we sweetened it up a bit haha!

[@1drumm]

Thank you"Brett Papa"!!! Your devotion as an "Archivist" is "Eternal"; as it will last "Forever"!!! 🎸❤‍🔥✍🏻

[@BrettPapa]

Thanks so much!

[@brianmiller3287]

Unbelievably great!

[@BrettPapa]

Glad you liked it!

[@shroommcfanta2020]

Pocket ! And there two guitar players rocked it too..

[@BrettPapa]

For sure!

[@ralphmuller6040]

Finally, a live recording with the drums sitting 'back' in the mix. Nice touch. I can actually hear the music. Happy days.

[@BrettPapa]

Thanks for watching!

[@JulianPlaysGuitar]

Fantastic players 🔥

[@BrettPapa]

Agreed!

[@brianharrison3011]

I closed my eyes and felt like I was at Ronnie Scott’s with Jeff Beck. Tom expresses and channels his emotions through his guitar in a way that only a master can, and in the moment something that is pure and beautiful comes out.

[@BrettPapa]

Totally. That Beck performance is incredible.

[@davylongshanks525]

This is like, peak ASMR for guitarists 🤩🤩🤩🤩

[@BrettPapa]

What's ASMR?

[@davylongshanks525]

@@BrettPapa en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/ASMR

[@davylongshanks525]

My way of saying your playing is out of this world 😃🤙🏻🤙🏻😀

[@marcob6880]

Every time I watch this the mysic just keeps getting a better. Two consumate musicians doing their very joyous diligence.

[@BrettPapa]

They know how to do it. True master class!

[@jansbamusic4778]

what a band...sounds awesome, Tom & Guthrie what a combo👍

[@BrettPapa]

Yep they are awesome together. Thanks for tuning in!

[@Klaxet]

I am a huge Les Paul fan but I have to say nothing can beat the Strat sound! Beautiful performance, thank you!

[@BrettPapa]

Both are great and have their place.

[@MichaelAntus]

Thank you Brett. The videography is World Class. Of course my two favorite Guitar Players were in the pocket...

[@BrettPapa]

Wow thanks! Glad you liked it!

[@Guitar1616]

These cats are melting faces! Maybe it takes a musician to truly appreciate the skill and magic happening on stage here, but these guys absolutely set a standard for live performances. Thanks to Brett for sharing this video, and thanks to all these cats. Keep up the amazing work!

[@umberto1949]

Great stuff BRETT! Thx for recording, editing and posting!!! :)

[@BrettPapa]

Thanks!

[@stratmagic6893]

Tom's perfectly in tune bends are just insane. They both so tasteful. The new CD is fantastic. Thx Brett.

[@BrettPapa]

Sure thing!

[@matthewwillis4892]

Nice production, thanks Mr. Papa! What a treat!

[@BrettPapa]

Thanks for checking it out!

[@alanwatson3367]

Just felt compelled to drop you two a line about the new record/cd not only is the whole thing from beginning to end just a killer but it is ALSO one of the best studio recordings I’ve heard in a very long time anybody looking to record should use this as a benchmark on sound/recording thx guys 👍

[@BrettPapa]

Yep it is incredible.

[@dwntgrnd]

I can't find any clever words to express just how awesome this is. Pure Joy. Thank you for all of this... and then some.

[@BrettPapa]

Thanks for checking it out!

[@GuitAlvaroGoncalves]

Sem fritações exageradas ou exibicionismo de técnica, apenas música bem tocada ! Thank you guys

[@chuckbouscaren3898]

Thankfully this video popped back up and it's still great to hear and see this band on stage. Thanks Brett Papa for recording this performance!

[@BrettPapa]

Sure thing! Thanks for watching!

[@kingbryn1692]

Awesome! Their In Stereo album is so good!

[@BrettPapa]

For sure!