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, May 28, 2021

Swing Dance Returns To Rumba Room!

Swing dancing is back!  Next Friday, June 4, 2021, the Rumba Room presents the first Swing Friday dance.  Beginner lesson from 7:00-7:30 p.m., following by social dancing until 9:30 p.m. There will also be a 1920's-1940's vintage outfit contest.  Cover is $5 or $3 with a student ID.

Sunrise Serenade: Tess' Torch Song

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Tess' Torch Song" by Ella Mae Morse.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line

Thursday, May 27, 2021

Sunrise Serenade: Flying Home

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Flying Home" by Ella Fitzgerald with Vic Schoen.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.

Wednesday, May 26, 2021

Playlists For May 26, 2021

The playlist for the May 26, 2021 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

Sunrise Serenade: I Double Dare You

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "I Double Dare You" by Larry Clinton and His Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.

Tuesday, May 25, 2021

Sunrise Serenade: Chickery Chick

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Chickery Chick" by Gene Krupa and His Orchestra with Anita O'Day on vocal.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line

Monday, May 24, 2021

Sunrise Serenade: Tea For Two

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Tea For Two" by Gene Krupa and His Orchestra with Anita O'Day on vocal.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line

Friday, May 21, 2021

Sunrise Serenade: Jungle Fever

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Jungle Fever" by the Mills Brothers.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line

Thursday, May 20, 2021

Sunrise Serenade: That's A Plenty

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "That's A Plenty" by Sidney Bechet.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.

Wednesday, May 19, 2021

Playlist For May 19, 2021

The playlists for the May 19, 2021 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

Sunrise Serenade: Parkin' In The Moonlight

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Parkin' In The Moonlight" by The Travelers (which included Bunny Berigan, both Dorsey brothers, Glenn Miller and Eddie Lang - among others).  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line

Tuesday, May 18, 2021

Sunrise Serenade: They Can't Take That Away From Me

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "They Can't Take That Away From Me" by Billie Holiday and Her Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line

Monday, May 17, 2021

Sunrise Serenade: Moonshine Over Kentucky

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Moonshine Over Kentucky" by Glenn Miller and His Orchestra.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.

Friday, May 14, 2021

Sunrise Serenade: (I Can Make Most Anything) But I Can't Make A Man

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "(I Can Make Most Anything) But I Can't Make A Man" by Mildred Bailey and the Dorsey Brothers Orchestra.  Enjoy the video from YouTube

Thursday, May 13, 2021

Sunrise Serenade: B'wanga

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "B'wanga" by Ambrose and His Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.  

Wednesday, May 12, 2021

Playlists For May 5 and May 12, 2021

The playlists for the May 5 and May 12, 2021 broadcasts of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

Sunrise Serenade: Boogie Woogie Man

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Boogie Woogie Man" by Glen Gray and the Casa Loma Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line

Tuesday, May 11, 2021

Sunrise Serenade: Boogie Woogie

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Boogie Woogie" by Tommy Dorsey and His Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line

Monday, May 10, 2021

Sunrise Serenade: Blues In The Night

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Blues In The Night" by Jimmie Lunceford and His Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line

Friday, May 7, 2021

Sunrise Serenade: Cotton Picker's Congregation

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Cotton Picker's Congregation" by Ambrose and His Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line

Thursday, May 6, 2021

Sunrise Serenade: Give Me Some Skin

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Give Me Some Skin" by Lionel Hampton.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line

Wednesday, May 5, 2021

Sunrise Serenade: Ooh Hot Dawg (a/k/a Boogie Blues)

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Ooh Hot Dawg (a/k/a Boogie Blues)" by Gene Krupa and His Orchestra featuring Anita O'Day on vocal.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line

Tuesday, May 4, 2021

Sunrise Serenade: Opus One

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Opus One" by Anita O'Day with Gene Krupa and His Orchestra.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.

Monday, May 3, 2021

Sunrise Serenade: Truckin'

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Truckin'" by Fats Waller and His Rhythm.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line