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.

Tuesday, March 30, 2021

Sunrise Serenade: It's A Long Way To Tipperary

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "It's A Long Way To Tipperary" by Ella Logan and the Spirits of Rhythm.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.

Monday, March 29, 2021

Sunrise Serenade: Lady Be Good

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Lady Be Good" by Quintette Du Hot Club De France (i.e. The Hot Club Quintet of France) featuring Django Reinhardt and Stephane Grappelli.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line

Friday, March 26, 2021

Sunrise Serenade: I'm Coming Virginia

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "I'm Coming Virginia" by Benny Carter and His Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line

Wednesday, March 24, 2021

Playlist For March 24, 2021

The playlist for the March 24, 2021 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

Sunrise Serenade: High Tide

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "High Tide" by Count Basie and His Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line

Monday, March 22, 2021

Sunrise Serenade: Time Changes Everything

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Time Changes Everything" by Bob Wills and His Texas Playboys.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.

Friday, March 19, 2021

Sunrise Serenade: Ace In The Hole

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Ace In The Hole" by Anita O'Day.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line

Wednesday, March 17, 2021

Playlist For March 17, 2021 - Happy St. Patrick's Day!

The playlist for the March 17, 2021 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle - Happy St. Patrick's Day! - has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

Sunrise Serenade: Wearing Of The Green

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was (appropriately for St. Patrick's Day) "Wearing Of The Green" by Bunny Berigan and His Orchestra.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.

Tuesday, March 16, 2021

Sunrise Serenade: Blame It On The Samba

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Blame It On The Samba" by Ethel Smith and the Dinning Sisters from the 1948 Disney film, Melody Time.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.

Monday, March 15, 2021

Sunrise Serenade: Sugar

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Sugar" by Teddy Wilson and His Orchestra with Billie Holliday on vocal.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line

Friday, March 12, 2021

Thursday, March 11, 2021

Sunrise Serenade: The Fives

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "The Fives" by Count Basie and His Rhythm.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line

Wednesday, March 10, 2021

Playlist For March 10, 2021

The playlist for the March 10, 2021 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

Sunrise Serenade: The Woodpecker Song

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "The Woodpecker Song" by Glenn Miller and His Orchestra with Marion Hutton on vocal.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line

Monday, March 8, 2021

Sunrise Serenade: Shim Sham Shimmy

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Shim Sham Shimmy" by the Dorsey Brothers Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line

Friday, March 5, 2021

Sunrise Serenade: The Patty Cake Man

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "The Patty Cake Man" by Ella Mae Morse.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line

Thursday, March 4, 2021

Sunrise Serenade: Song Of The Volga Boatmen

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Song Of The Volga Boatmen" by Glenn Miller and His Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.

Wednesday, March 3, 2021

Playlist For March 3, 2021

The playlist for the March 3, 2021 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

Sunrise Serenade: Ain't Nobody's Business But My Own

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Ain't Nobody's Business But My Own" by Ella Fitzgerald and Louis Jordan.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.  

Tuesday, March 2, 2021

Sunrise Serenade: Are You Hep To The Jive?

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Are You Hep To The Jive?" by Cab Calloway and His Orchestra.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.  

Monday, March 1, 2021

Sunrise Serenade: I Got A Right To Sing The Blues

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "I Got A Right To Sing The Blues" by Cab Calloway and his Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.