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, November 5, 2010

Support The Swing Shift Shuffle! Support WEVL!

The Swing Shift Shuffle would not exist without WEVL 89.9, the radio station that airs the show.  WEVL is independent, nonprofit, noncommercial, and listener-supported, and we need your support.  The WEVL Fall Pledge Drive began this morning, and we are trying to reach a goal of $60,000 by 6:00 p.m. Saturday, November 13.  Show your support for the Swing Shift Shuffle by making a pledge.  You can pledge online at wevl.org, or you can call the pledge hotline at 901-528-1990.  For more information on WEVL, see the Radio Show FAQ page, and thanks for your support!

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