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, August 31, 2021

Sunrise Serenade: Green Eyes

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Green Eyes" 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, August 30, 2021

Sunrise Serenade: Mutiny In The Nursery

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Mutiny In The Nursery" by Paul Whiteman and His Swing Band.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line

Friday, August 27, 2021

Sunrise Serenade: Downhearted Blues

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Downhearted Blues" by Mildred Bailey and Her Alley Cats.  Enjoy the video from YouTube

Thursday, August 26, 2021

Sunrise Serenade: Peace, Brother

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Peace, Brother" by Benny Goodman and His Orchestra with Mildred Bailey on vocal.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line

Wednesday, August 25, 2021

Playlist For August 25, 2021

The playlist for the August 25, 2021 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

Sunrise Serenade: My Old Flame

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "My Old Flame" by Benny Goodman and His Orchestra with Peggy Lee on vocal.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line

Tuesday, August 24, 2021

Sunrise Serenade: It's Been So Long

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "It's Been So Long" by Bunny Berigan and His Boys.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line

Monday, August 23, 2021

Sunrise Serenade: Dinah

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Dinah" by the Benny Goodman Quartet.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line

Friday, August 20, 2021

Sunrise Serenade: Rock It For Me

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Rock It For Me" by Chick Webb and His Orchestra with Ella Fitzgerald on vocal.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line

Thursday, August 19, 2021

Sunrise Serenade: Tain't What You Do (It's The Way That You Do It)

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Tain't What You Do (It's The Way That You Do It)" by Ella Fitzgerald with Chick Webb and his Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.

Wednesday, August 18, 2021

Playlist For August 18, 2021

The playlist for the August 18, 2021 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

Sunrise Serenade: Tabby The Cat

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Tabby The Cat" by Stan Kenton and His Orchestra with Anita O'Day on vocals.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.

Tuesday, August 17, 2021

Sunrise Serenade: Patience And Fortitude

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Patience And Fortitude" by Valaida Snow with The Ali Baba Trio.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line

Monday, August 16, 2021

Sunrise Serenade: Riffin' The Scotch

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Riffin' The Scotch" by Benny Goodman and His Orchestra featuring Billie Holiday on vocal.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.

Friday, August 13, 2021

Sunrise Serenade: Don't Sit Under The Apple Tree

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

Thursday, August 12, 2021

Sunrise Serenade: Cash For Your Trash

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Cash For Your Trash" by Fats Waller and His Rhythm.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line

Wednesday, August 11, 2021

Playlist For August 11, 2021

The playlist for the August 11, 2021 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

Sunrise Serenade: Ac-cent-tchu-ate The Positive

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Ac-cent-tchu-ate The Positive" by Johnny Mercer and the Pied Pipers.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line

Tuesday, August 10, 2021

Sunrise Serenade: Sing You Sinners

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Sing You Sinners" by Leonard Joy's High Hatters.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line

Monday, August 9, 2021

Sunrise Serenade: Right Or Wrong

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Right Or Wrong" by Bob Wills and His Texas Playboys.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.

Friday, August 6, 2021

Sunrise Serenade: Solo Flight

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Solo Flight" by Benny Goodman and His Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line

Thursday, August 5, 2021

Sunrise Serenade: You're A Lucky Guy

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "You're A Lucky Guy" by Artie Shaw and His Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.

Wednesday, August 4, 2021

Playlist For August 4, 2021

The playlist for the August 4, 2021 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

Sunrise Serenade: Indian Summer

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Indian Summer" by Glenn Miller and His Orchestra with Ray Eberle on vocal.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line

Tuesday, August 3, 2021

Sunrise Serenade: Elmer's Tune

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Elmer's Tune" by Glenn Miller and His Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line

Monday, August 2, 2021

Sunrise Serenade: I'm Making Believe

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "I'm Making Believe" by Ella Fitzgerald and the Ink Spots.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.