The Litteral Truth
Outrageous8, 2025
9/10
Paul Litteral brings his trumpet to these songs that inspired his personal musical framework, and he’s got an excellent cast along for the 10 covers.
“Home At Last” opens the listen with Rocky Davis’ smooth pipes alongside Ken Rosser’s warm guitar for the rich start, and “Give It Everything You’ve Got” follows with Litteral’s animated trumpet and Bill Bodine’s frisky bass that illuminate the festive mood.
In the middle, “Do It Again” benefits from Colin Kupka’s alto sax, tenor sax and flute amid the radiant trumpet, while “New York, By Dreams” spotlights Anna Oribson and James Oribson’s harmonizing voices in a busy and meticulous climate.
Getting close to the end, “Virtual Insanity” places Craig Kupka on trombone and Anna’s rich singing via the Jamiroquai original, and “Follow Me” exits with a distinct intimacy that’s heartfelt and stirring thanks to the Davis’ cozy keys.
Litteral’s got an excellent resume that goes back to the ‘70s, and these interpretations of timeless songs are executed flawlessly and further proof of his inimitable rock and roll credibility.
Travels well with: Hollywood Paul Litteral- Legacy; Pete Mills- For The Record