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.

Friday, December 1, 2023

Sunrise Serenade: Hot Canary

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Hot Canary" by Ella Fitzgeral.  Enjoy the video from YouTube

Thursday, November 30, 2023

Sunrise Serenade: Stay As Sweet As You Are

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Stay As Sweet As You Are" by Guy Lombardo and His Royal Canadians.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.  

Wednesday, November 29, 2023

Playlist For November 29, 2023

The playlist for the November 29, 2023 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle - Thanksgiving Special - has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

                                                          

Sunrise Serenade: Beau Night In Hotchkiss Corner

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Beau Night In Hotchkiss Corner" by Artie Shaw and His Orchestra.  Enjoy the YouTube video.

 

Tuesday, November 28, 2023

Sunrise Serenade: I've Got The World On A String

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "I've Got The World On A String" by Cab Calloway and His Orchestra.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.  

Monday, November 27, 2023

Sunrise Serenade: Elmer's Tune

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Elmer's Tune" by the Andrews Sisters.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.  

Thursday, November 23, 2023

Happy Thanksgiving!

We here at the SSS wish you all a very happy, healthy and safe Thanksgiving! 

Wednesday, November 22, 2023

Playlist For November 22, 2023 - Thanksgiving Special

The playlist for the November 22, 2023 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle - Thanksgiving Special - has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

                                                         

Sunrise Serenade: Hullabaloo

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Hullabaloo" by Ambrose and His Orchestra.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.

 

Tuesday, November 21, 2023

Sunrise Serenade: Ida, Sweet As Apple Cider

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Ida, Sweet As Apple Cider" by Glenn Miller and his Orchestra.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.