"Milt “The Judge” Hinton is often referred to as the “dean of jazz bassists.” Hinton basically codified what it means to be a “sideman,” a role in a band in which a musician must throw away their ego and act as a foundational support for the music. Sidemen provide this support primarily through self-control, having a good ear, and an even better sense of time. Like Duke Ellington said, it don’t mean a thing if it ain’t got that swing... and sidemen are responsible for providing swing. Judging by the sheer length of his career, his client list, and the raw sound of his music, Milt Hinton could swing the hell of out a band."  - Josh Solomon