“Simple Songs” received a four-star rating in a glowing review by writer James Hale in February’s upcoming Downbeat magazine:
“The paradox of Siskind’s ability to shift shapes and dodge expectations lingers throughout his sophomore recording, but there is also a sense of purpose, which keeps it from sounding like a pastiche by a prodigiously talented young musician…
From Brad Mehldau to Ethan Iverson, plenty of younger pianist tread similar territory, but Siskind distinguishes himself in his duo work with Lawry. In that setting, he seems even less wedded to the jazz continuum… In he end, Siskind seems happy to go his own way.”
