The Swing Shift Shuffle is a radio program of swing, big band, jazz, boogie woogie and other popular music from the 1930's and 40's that airs every Wednesday from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. (US Central Time) on WEVL 89.9 FM in Memphis, Tennessee, with a live webcast at wevl.org. In addition to the radio show, this blog is dedicated to all aspects of the Swing Era, including art, automobiles, cartoons, comics, history, movies, music, news, science, technology, and anything else that happened during that time. It also includes announcements about events in the Memphis/Mid-South area related to the Swing Era, such as classic movies, concerts, dances, lectures, etc. If you see something that fits the description, send it to me at tim@wevl.org. If you would like more information about the radio show, just go to the Radio Show FAQ page.

Wednesday, June 7, 2023

Playlist For June 7, 2023

The playlist for the June 7, 2023 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

                                  

Sunrise Serenade: I've Heard That Song Before

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "I've Heard That Song Before" by Harry James and His Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line

Tuesday, June 6, 2023

Sunrise Serenade: We Just Couldn't Say Goodbye

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "We Just Couldn't Say Goodbye" by the Boswell Sisters.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.  

Monday, June 5, 2023

Sunrise Serenade: American Patrol

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "American Patrol" by Glenn Miller and his Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line

Friday, June 2, 2023

Sunrise Serenade: Sweet Lorraine

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Sweet Lorraine" by the Nat King Cole Trio.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.   

Thursday, June 1, 2023

Sunrise Serenade: Yodelin' Jive

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Yodelin' Jive" by Bing Crosby and the Andrews Sisters accompanied by Joe Venuti and His Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.  

Wednesday, May 31, 2023

Playlist For May 31, 2023

The playlist for the May 31, 2023 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

                                 

Sunrise Serenade: Harlem Holiday

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Harlem Holiday" by Cab Calloway and his Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line

Tuesday, May 30, 2023

Sunrise Serenade: Hold My Hand

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Hold My Hand" by Fats Waller and His Rhythm.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.  

Friday, May 26, 2023

Sunrise Serenade: A Chicken Ain't Nothin' But A Bird

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "A Chicken Ain't Nothin' But A Bird" by Cab Calloway and His Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.