TIPS From The BEST of the BEST |Tom Bukovac-Nashville Guitar Legend

[@VibhasPatil]

Tom's 'Homeskoolin' has to be one of the few good things to have come out of the COVID-19 pandemic.

[@johnfrenette]

Vibhas Patil truly. It came out of nowhere, with no shady agenda or outside influence-just a dude sharing himself and his talent and his insight. That’s about as pure as you can get. No script passed through lawyers, no corporate sponsorship, and absolutely no Gildan shirts. Can’t thank the guy enough for opening himself up for us in this messed up time.

[@johnvcougar]

You mean, apart from less pollution, cheaper fuel and a newfound healthy respect for personal space?

[@apolloguitars]

Amen!

[@richdodson2233]

@@apolloguitars Agree

[@tealemat]

@@johnfrenette Totally agree.

[@Gil27225]

I have played for 62 years. That tip from Tom on playing softly is way too easy! I can't beleive it! I played 2 songs for my wife - soft feel with amp up - she said it sounds amazing.. Thanks Tom

[@Gregorypeckory]

That is great advice a friend of mine once gave me; "let the amp do the work", because if it's too low, you're going to play too hard just to hear yourself, and playing too hard kills your sound and wears you out unnecessarily.

[@otherfish]

I randomly met Tom this past weekend at Rumble Seat Music in Nashville - super nice guy. I was admiring the guitar he was holding and he just said "wanna play it" and handed it to me. I had never played a guitar that vintage or expensive before - for the guy to just hand to pretty much a stranger was just the coolest thing. Such a great experience for me - it made my whole trip to Nashville! Was a 56 LP Goldtop and it blew me away just to play it for a few minutes. I couldn't thank him enough - just a little gesture that he didn't think twice about but it was an incredible few minutes in life for me. People like Tom and Tim make the world a better place - thank you both for your music and your spirit.

[@StuartwasDrinkell]

He IS a genuinely nice guy!

[@RobertBakerGuitar]

Just take a moment and think about how many songs these 2 have played on and the music they have created. Collab of the decade.

[@Ron10567]

Robert , you are the one that turned me on to Tom . Can't thank you enough !

[@bobbaumeister5243]

Robert, you are also great and awesome!

[@kitano0]

Robert, you're great as well...and put out a killer amount of content! I think you bought the last Squier Esquire in America, though...now I having to wait 'til fall!

[@mckinleyrikel]

It’s overwhelming to be honest

[@deanhostetter5040]

I found Tom then you a little later.Found Tim somewhere in there as well. Highlight of my day. Sometime I get up early and check for new videos or as soon as I get home from work. So relaxing to admire such great work. Inspires me in my playing.

[@RJRonquillo]

*My 2 heros in 1 vid?! Christmas in July!*

[@mattp.8130]

Amen! you're right!

[@pharmerdavid1432]

You are my guitar hero RJ, nobody else's playing is as compelling as yours...to me anyways. Tom and Tim are great too!

[@kungstu22]

One thing I still don’t understand about TB. How the hell is he not a crazy famous songwriter? He is this never ending fountain of brilliant, compelling and complex music. His stuff can be chilling. Exciting. Funny. And always with the signature flawless polish. He should be like a serious millionaire. Love him so much.

[@obsoletecd-rom]

Maybe he’s happy with where he is in life!

[@VictorRochaGaming]

He is famous, but only to us guitar nerds.

[@jakehadlee375]

He's a wonderful guitar player and obviously a very creative session musician (and top bloke) - but songwriting is an entirely different art. There's not a given cross-over between the two.

[@cheycasters]

I imagine his pay checks are satisfying!

[@jperryfan]

He found his zone, is Great at it & loves it.

[@fivewattworld]

LOVED this Tim! Great to see Bukovac in his "element" creating parts on the fly. Fearless, confident, and humble all at once. A life lesson for all of us. Beautiful.

[@tealemat]

And I have YOU to thank for turning me on to Tom Bukovac! Huge thanks!

[@jordandangelo180]

Great synopsis Keith. That’s what we are all thinking regarding Tom, his playing and his whole attitude towards life. Tom is truly the people’s champ. A humble genius who provides priceless information to the guitar community. He changes my whole outlook on the instrument and forced me to slow down and focus of musicality and melody rather than just improving my chops and speed and I’ve benefited greatly from that.

[@rhettbh]

perfectly put, Keith!

[@frankierodriguez8661]

Hey Keith, you are right. Tom is phenomenal.

[@benbraidfoot6157]

Here’s the 2 things I love about Bukovac beyond his playing. 1. He seems like he’d be just as happy to grab a beer at a hole in the wall as he would be on a stage in front of thousands. 2. His body language when he plays. You can tell that every single part of him is focused on what is happening musically in the moment. Love it!!!

[@robslater5528]

Been following Tom's "Home Skoolin' " religiously. What a relief! And Tom, like Tim, seems just a stellar human being. That and insight and chops make these two all the KZbin dose I need! Thanks to both!!

[@RicG.]

"Little Tommy" as he calls himself is great, and his channel is such an educational and fun experience. I watch every one of his videos, and I'm not even a guitar player - I'm a drummer. So much of what he talks about applies to any musician or musical instrument.

[@cowboy7x]

Agreed! Not only is his playing stellar and with depth, I could listen to him talk about the industry and his experience almost as much as the playing. Genuineness will ALWAYS triumph over anything else.

[@TheCatfishcheese]

word

[@brianwood7237]

It seems like for a lot of us playing guitar is therapy And watching Tom go thru these cathartic moments over and over again showing us how important the guitar and music is to all of us is one of the greatest gifts of all

[@chrisjames1924]

His intro in Volume 17 about "Touch" is a thing of understated beauty. I'm no country devotee but I had it transcribed soon after first watching him play it. He's had a huge impact on my approach to guitar, and music generally. First class player, first class guy.

[@jakestadium]

That Mutt Lange anecdote abt turning the amp up and playing softer... life changing lightbulb moment.

[@Murry_in_Arizona]

Thanks Tim! What Tom said at the end is very true about youtubers. Spare y'all the details but random chance 3-4 years ago an Anderton's vid (Danish Pete and Mick Taylor which led to TPS, You, Pete Thorn and a host of others even that dorky german HP42) helped me get back into guitars and music after a 35 year layoff and deal with 15 years of disability/forced retirement, pain and paralysis.

[@dbob3405]

Beautiful music just drips from his fingers. While they can shred with the best of them, what I really love about TB and TP is the way they create soundscapes-little musical worlds that you can practically inhabit. This is a great example of 2 genius craftsman doing what they do better than anybody

[@jauntyj3257]

Tom Bukovac made me love guitar music

[@BossHossStudios]

WE NEED A TIM AND TOM ALBUM

[@keithmcneil883]

I grew up with Tom and he is so genuine.

[@mariodriessen9740]

Tom taught us something we've all been taught many times before, but we never learned. No matter what he plays, every single phrase sounds like a song to me. Most of us just noodle. Tom improvises a new song every couple of seconds, over and over again. It's one of the easiest lessons to teach, but it's the hardest one to learn.

[@pancon5]

Great comment 👌👌

[@Scratch_Monsters_Golf]

That along with the fact that he can absolutely burn the frets off the guitar if he wants to. I mean, he can legitimately shred. However, you almost never hear him do it unless it serves the song and it necessary for the part. Brings to mind another lesson: Guitarists spend the first years of their career learning how to play as fast as they can, and then the rest of their career learning how not to.

[@Marcus_C51]

@@Scratch_Monsters_Golf That is absolutely true, at one point I'd forgotten how incendiary his shredding chops are. He was playing that Dean Cadillac guitar (which I'd wish he'd play again), just off the cuff completely melted my face with totally precise, brilliant jaw dropping technique!! Pretty much, an "okay God has spoken" thing-ha ha. It's a testament to not only does he appreciate he's blessed with incredible talent, it's obvious that he works as hard as anyone practicing and perfecting his craft on top of that. Good point on the guitarist career curve with speed vs taste.

[@gbarge4]

Hey, Tim, Don't die with a smile on your face anytime soon. Just know the help and inspiration you've given others is real and it matters. Cheers, Greg

[@pedraw]

Tom wasn't kidding when he said he could've stopped at his first guitar and amp because he can make them all sound like him, meaning the same. I can relate. Thanks for all the priceless knowledge you two have revealed.

[@colinpadley1897]

I get this to a point, but if he plays a lovely guitar he's still going to sound like a better version of himself than he would with a cheap guitar.

[@tonepilgrim4333]

It’s true.

[@maddog75a]

Listening to bukovac play gave me a whole new perspective on guitar music. Grateful that people like him exist. Like hearing miles or Coltrane for the first time. Here is another way of thinking about music.

[@Guitargate]

This made my MONTH. Thanks guys!!

[@youKnowWho3311]

This is in my playlist of guitar Knowledge. I LOVE Tom. One of the Goats, not only for what he plays, but for what he doesn't.

[@frankierodriguez8661]

Tom Bukovac is hands down one of the best players I ever came across. sensational. resources and creativity for ever. really a guitar giant.

[@SeeCSeesCC]

❤❤❤ how could it get any better than Tim Pierce and Tom Bukovac

[@colinpadley1897]

This is a privilege to get an insight into the mysterious world of session players, like we've got friends around playing for us. Thanks Tim and Tom.

[@ZPDSurvival]

You Know I found Tom Bukovac last night after watching Otis Gibbs video about Tom Petty. I have been subscribed to your channel since my first comment a month or so ago. I have been playing guitar since I was 16 and at age 55 I just wanted to dive back in and get more serious. Your channel and learning about the connection within a group of guitarists I never heard about is absolutely amazing and I am enjoying everything. Cheers. Happy St. Patrick's Day.

[@deangoritz9625]

Just found this little GEM ! You guys are creative geniuses. The magic behind the songs. Thanks for all you do

[@joeycarter8846]

We're certainly happy you guys decided to share your stuff on youtube.

[@subliminalart.1637]

Where have you been hiding Tom. Great to hear you play. Stopped playing in 82, starting again during lock down. Thanks Tom.

[@stevenjones6780]

"Steve Hacket alert!" @ 11:23, who'd have thought a boy from Cleveland. So much atmospheric stuff, so needed in this age.

[@robboriff]

Tim & Tom i could listen to you guys all night long ...Youve both made this whole last 5 months so less painful 👏👏💙 4ever in your debt Guys xx

[@horstlemke9591]

Ist schon wirklich sehr beeindruckend, was so ein Weltklasse Gitarrist wie Tom Bukovac aus einer Gitarre alles so herausholen kann. Es wundert mich überhaupt nicht, dass Tom in Nashville so ein gefragter Gitarrist ist, aber...dahinter steckt viel Fleiß, tausende Übungsstunden und...ganz wichtig...sehr viel Talent als Voraussetzung, um so gut Gitarre spielen zu können. Ich zieh meinen Hut vor dieser Lebensleistung. 5 Sterne ***** Beste grüße, Horst Lemke, Musikproduzent, Germany

[@JCross1130]

IDK how this vid has eluded me for 4 weeks. What a great video. Tim has captured it. The man in his natural habitat.

[@TheBoomtown4]

Two greats. Look at the economy of Tim’s hand movements, he’s so precise, subtle and plays so smoothly. His vibrato is like a machine. It’s like watching a tradesman who’s worked at his craft for 40 years. Look at a bricklayer move mortar around, it’s remarkable and Tims playing reminds me of that. He’s clearly spent a lifetime practicing the uncomfortable to make himself and his fingers knowledgeable and comfortable.

[@hybridnoisebloom]

I can't like this enough. Tom Bukovac is such an amazing player and a great talent, and he's such a great addition to YT. I hope he keeps doing it. I'll keep watching and learning from him.

[@KerryLiv]

Two of the most experienced and creative gems of all time on one expressive pass

[@kenbelliveau16]

I've been tuning in and watching Tom's channel since almost the beginning of Home Skoolin and all I can say is that I fell inspired and incredibly fortunate to watch and listen to the magic he preforms. Its a thing to behold. He has offered us so much, and yet has asked for so little from his audience. Thank you Tom, and thank you Tim for sharing him with the rest of the world.

[@michael53ish]

Everything you do Tim brings me joy. I love Tom B as well. You are such an open, honest, smiling human being. Thanks from all of us fans

[@basilandrigsby]

So great to hear 2 session guys with very different approaches to the same piece.

[@dong4176]

When tommy récords it’s almost as if his whole being is a music note 😎crazy I hope Tommy never stops making videos great guy

[@dewdude2112]

The way these two play so technically and effortlessly. Amazing! I think the face expressions are the most important part! :)

[@djb3545]

We love watching and listening to you both!! Priceless material ❤

[@spiralflash6169]

Great job editing the Home Skoolin' clips with the interview footage. Tom is a real pearl, and Tim is a legend himself.

[@blakeeaster609]

One of greatest guitar players of all time. He’s absolutely amazing.

[@PrestonSmithsMusic]

I needed the wisdom of this entire vid. This is a forever video. A staple to go back to find a little inspiration. To teach others...amazing. One of the hardest things to keep is the passion.

[@timpierceguitar]

So glad!

[@Qstick333]

2 of my favorite guitar players ever...I'll drop everything and start watching asap

[@RC32Smiths01]

These interviews are so deep and important to learn, especially coming from two talents that simply have so much knowledge and experience. Really grateful for this one!

[@yeknommonkey]

3:45 that’s basically ‘get back’ and it was truly awesome watching them dig it out of thin air.

[@gregwalton7850]

I love that you were able to get little Tommy B on your show! Both of YOU guys make MY LIFE so much RICHER!

[@johnmac8084]

I'm so glad you guys are loving it, 'cos we are too! Thanks

[@cowboy7x]

Two of my favorite players and people in ONE video.

[@raygehring]

Ahh, John Fields, I've recorded with him a few times in Minneapolis doing some jazz takes for a singer.

[@francois007jeremiah]

What a day and age we live in to watch these heroes online like this!

[@joelharding1586]

Uncle Larry has such an amazing touch and nuanced feel. His phrasing is just sick. Tim is right there too! Just 2 crazy-good guys.

[@gr500music6]

What a treat to be able to see these two guys pow-wow on the mountain top. Despite all else going on outside, if you love guitar, these are the golden days.

[@bobryan8793]

These two guys are the very best at what they do...inspiring to say the least ...

[@jonbuckley]

This stuff is pure gold. These guys are doing the Lords work. It is not all about shred and playing a million notes. Its about making every note count.

[@adamgarrett4758]

I like Tom. It looks like he's biting his cheek holding back emotion when he's talking about fan interactions at the end of the video. I like that.

[@tealemat]

You know, when two of my favorite KZbinrs happen to know each other and spread great musical advice to our grateful ears with joy and class, it makes my day. Tim and Tom--you rock!

[@profoundsamurai745]

Just getting hip to Toms playing over the last couple of months. This video was awesome to find. Cheers Tim.

[@TonjuwelenDeAgentur]

Tim and Tom... you guys are music. Wonderful

[@jipes]

Earth is a much better place with human being like Uncle Larry Thanks for this great video Tim 🙏

[@left0verture]

So much fun to listen to you guys talk and play…

[@dougjones4538]

Cracked me up when Tom says, "God that's hard to play!" at 12:23. Yep, Lindsey's stuff is sometimes impossible, but when you can manage to squeak it out, it's magic.

[@zvonkorupcic5686]

American/Slovanian/Croatian Guitar player is my only Guitar player subscription!!! BUKOVAC has the character that no one can match!!!...Love you Buk!!!....OD SRCA!!!

[@tonepilgrim4333]

A friend of mine sent me Tom’s channel around the end of March. Got hooked instantly. Learned a lot of great licks. Just a very real dude, very relatable.

[@toucantango1]

The brilliance of Pierce and Bukovac !!

[@deanhostetter5040]

Thank you Tim for this video. Everyday I check for new videos from You, Tom, Robert Baker, Rick Beato and Michael P. You guys have truly gotten me through, and many others, this rough patch of life. God Bless you all....

[@bobobrien8968]

Never heard of this guy. Where have I been. You two are the most fun on you tube.

[@poesybeat]

TB and TP, endlessly inspiring for the rest of us. Thanks!!

[@terryconnell]

Tim Pierce, you're providing more for some of us that we could ever express - today, as always. Thanks so much for being "here" for us.

[@brentstewart4360]

I just want to thank you now for turning me on to Tom's playing when you posted this video - he is such a tasty, insightful player, and his channel is the top of my must watch videos for his playing, insights, and the off the cuff conversations with the go to studio players he works with - it is the gold standard revealed.

[@kellkeller858]

I automatically clicked the like button, just because Uncle Larry is on it. He's always spot on.

[@biffelliotforpresident]

"Here it comes." And it did. Thank you Tim. Your stuff is fantastic and adding Tom ... no words.

[@gratefulpipeandcigar3239]

TIM, thank you so much for introducing me to Tom Bukavac! I saw this video of yours a couple years back, and I have been following Tom ever since.

[@jimmysenquiz9596]

Tim and Tom’s guitar playing is freaking heaven!

[@glenguldbeckmusic3410]

Just guitar goodness at it's finest. I would love to go out for beers with these guys. Cheers!!

[@tomaszmikinka8681]

I got to tell You Man. I love little Tommy so much. He is such a humble and inspiring guy.

[@STOLGUITARS]

you both are astounding players with uncanny vision and its a joy watching both of you ty !

[@mrredritehand]

Very nice solo Tim, loved that move at the end.

[@Gambler56]

Just found this channel ..cant stop watching Thanks Tom your a hella nice guy with no big Ego

[@sao9995]

Tim and Tom, y'all are coolest cats EVER. We totally love the both of you. Thanks so much for giving us your truths!

[@ginoinzo]

Uncle Larry is the man! Session legend and helluva a guy! Thanks for featuring our friend, Little Tommy Bukovac @Tim Pierce Guitar

[@TheMujiFuji]

Great song and talk with ole Uncle Larry!! More please Dr Tim!!!

[@innohurry71]

Tim and Tom, I have learned so much from you both about guitar playing, production, and music in general, but more importantly, hearing/seeing you play on KZbin has surely brightened my days during these difficult times.

[@weschilton]

Tim it was so generous and wonderful of you to lend another session musician so much gear when they came to town. This is what I love about musicians. Such great people. And this video was great. I'm a big fan of both you and Tom, seeing you two hang together was great.

[@StuartwasDrinkell]

Tom taught me to love my EQ pedal i can see his GE7 on his board! I love that he's like me a huncher... i literally hug my guitar when i play ... balls to correct posture I am feeling it! Oh i love you too Tim! Obviously!

[@JimFothergill]

I was early to Tom on day 2. He just popped up during Covid. A lot to learn from great players like you guys!!

[@ilmisxx2]

Uncle Laary's youtube channel is the best thing that happen to guitar players in decades. It's like going to the crossroads in the old days only now you can do it from the comfort of your home and also keep your soul 😂

[@fran6b]

And I'm so very happy to get reach directly by your guys, Tim and Tom! To the musician I am, you are the best role models I could wish for, and that I couldn't get in any other ways.

[@ItsFinished]

Thanks for sharing all of this good stuff!

[@EmilioConesa]

Huge thanks to you Tim for turning me on to Tom B. His videos are like hanging out with an old friend. I've been playing guitar for 50 years now and it still feels like I'm a teenager when I listen to you guys talk about it.

[@mickstick5112]

It never seems to get old for them. The sheer joy in Tim's face, and as don G said, Tom's whole body reverberates the music he is playing. Amazing and wonderful.

[@DH432hrtz]

Tom is such an honest player. I mean I'm new to Playing but it's completely obvious you guys are supportive and all of you are dame fine musicians. Thank you for sharing with us all out here trying to figure it out.

[@jscotlandr]

Thanks for this video on TB. I've been a subscriber to your channel for a while and found Tom's channel about 3 months ago. I've learned more about playing guitar from these two channels than from all the tabs and lessons I've used in the last 10 years.

[@NotoriousV.I.C.]

YOWZA! Been watching your channel for a minute and REALLY been enjoying it, but watching you react to Tom was MIND BLOWING. Thanks so much for another humbling lesson, Tim!

[@samdefrancomusic]

Such tonal and harmonic beauty!

[@naterevolution]

I love how you, Rick, Tom and so many other Musicians/Educators on youtube are coming together. You are modeling what music does best: bring people together. Thank you🙏