“His two albums, Wake Up Call (2002) and Metaview (2006) reveal a probing, adroit lyricism and a gift for complex and imaginative composition. ”
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David R. Adler, Downbeat
“Some big thinking is evident here, but not of the traditional jazz type. ”
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Phil DiPietro, All About Jazz
“Haskins isn't afraid to inject some funk and rock overtones when the urge strikes him. Wake Up Call doesn't go out of its way to be accessible, but for those who aren't afraid of the abstract, it is a respectable demonstration of the type of ensemble work that Haskins is capable of. ”
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Alex Henderson, AllMusic.com
“The trumpeter's original music creates fresh impressions that last; they're unforgettable.”
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Jim Santella, Cadence Magazine