Inward Looking Outward has been selected for two "Best of 2014" lists so far:

http://somethingelsereviews.com/2014/12/09/s-victor-aarons-best-2014-part-2-4-modern-mainstream-jazz-keith-jarrett-brian-blade-mattew-shipp-brian-blade-matthew-shipp/

"Uncommonly fresh and quietly inventive, Inward Looking Outward breathes new life into the venerable ol’ piano trio without having to step outside to achieve that. A rare achievement, to be sure." - S. Victor Aaron

http://tedgioia.com/bestalbumsof2014.html

"Under-the-radar jazz album that deserves your attention." - Ted Gioia