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, November 28, 2018

Playlist For November 28, 2018

The playlist for the November 28, 2018 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.  

Thursday, November 22, 2018

Happy Thanksgiving! And Holiday Break


Happy Thanksgiving from Ann Blyth and all of us here at the SSS.  I'll be taking a holiday break for a week or so, but I'll be back in December.  Meanwhile, have a happy and safe Thanksgiving. 

Wednesday, November 21, 2018

Playlist For November 21, 2018

The playlist for the November 21, 2018 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.  

Tuesday, November 20, 2018

Sunrise Serenade: St. James Infirmary

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "St. James Infirmary" by Cab Calloway.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line

Monday, November 19, 2018

Sunrise Serenade: I'm A Ding Dong Daddy

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "I'm A Ding Dong Daddy" by Louis Armstrong.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line

Friday, November 16, 2018

Sunrise Serenade: Don't Sit Under The Apple Tree

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Don't Sit Under The Apple Tree" by Glenn Miller and his Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.

Thursday, November 15, 2018

Wednesday, November 14, 2018

Playlist For November 14, 2018 - Fall Pledge Drive Special

The playlist for the November 14, 2018 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle - Fall Pledge Drive Special:  Go West! - has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.  

Sunrise Serenade: Be Happy

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

Tuesday, November 13, 2018

Sunrise Serenade: Nobody's Sweetheart

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Nobody's Sweetheart" by the Spirits of Rhythm.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.

Monday, November 12, 2018

Sunrise Serenade: Cow Cow Boogie

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Cow Cow Boogie" by Freddie Slack and His Orchestra with Ella Mae Morse on vocals.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line

Friday, November 9, 2018

Sunrise Serenade: Don't Fence Me In

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Don't Fence Me In" by Bing Crosby and the Andrews Sisters.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.

Thursday, November 8, 2018

Sunrise Serenade: Stay A Little Longer

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Stay A Little Longer" by Bob Wills and His Texas Playboys.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.

Wednesday, November 7, 2018

Playlist For November 7, 2018

The playlist for the November 7, 2018 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.  

Sunrise Serenade: Home In San Antone

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Home In San Antone" by Bob Wills and His Texas Playboys.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.

Tuesday, November 6, 2018

Sunrise Serenade: New San Antonio Rose

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "New San Antonio Rose" by Bob Wills and His Texas Playboys.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.

Monday, November 5, 2018

Sunrise Serenade: 720 In The Books

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "720 In The Books" by Jan Savitt and His Top Hatters.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line

Friday, November 2, 2018

Sunrise Serenade: Roly Poly

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Roly Poly" by Bob Wills and His Texas Playboys.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line

Thursday, November 1, 2018

Monthly Swing Dance This Saturday


The Red Hot Lindy Hop monthly swing dance will be this Saturday, November 3, at the Rumba Room: 
Come learn to swing dance with Red Hot Lindy Hop! We feature a beginner lindy hop lesson 6-7 p.m. with a DJ'd dance with all the hits from the big band era 7-9 p.m. Full bar; $5 at the door. No partner or experience necessary!

Sunrise Serenade: Me And Brother Bill

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Me And Brother Bill" by Louis Armstrong.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.