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An Inside Look into the Recording Studio with One of Nashville’s Top Session Players, Tom Bukovac
Ep. 93
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Have you ever wondered what it was like to be in the studio working with some of Nashville’s top musicians? In this episode of Thinkin’ & Drinkin’, Bart talks with one of Nashville’s top session players, Tom Bukovac. Learn about the start of Tom’s career, why he took a 3 year break, and his transition back into the studio. You don’t want to miss hearing about meeting Willie Nelson and playing with Joe Walsh on Tom Petty’s last tour.
In this episode you’ll hear
- Tom’s start with touring and his transition into the studio
- Tom playing with Joe Walsh in Cleveland
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For the full show notes visit here https://www.thinkinanddrinkin.com/podcast/tombukovac
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