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.

Monday, January 31, 2022

Sunrise Serenade: Serenade In Blue

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Serenade In Blue" by Glenn Miller and His Orchestra with Ray Eberly, Marion Hutton and the Modernaires on vocals.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line

Friday, January 28, 2022

Sunrise Serenade: The Scat Song

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "The Scat Song" by Cab Calloway and His Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line

Thursday, January 27, 2022

Sunrise Serenade: Don't Cha Go Away Mad

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Don't Cha Go Away Mad" by Ella Fitzgerald and Sy Oliver.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.

Wednesday, January 26, 2022

Playlist For January 26, 2022

The playlist for the January 26, 2022 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

Sunrise Serenade: American Patrol

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "American Patrol" by Muggsy Spanier and His Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line

Tuesday, January 25, 2022

Sunrise Serenade: Moses Smote The Water

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Moses Smote The Water" by the Golden Gate Quartet.  Enjoy the video from YouTube

Monday, January 24, 2022

Sunrise Serenade: High, Low And Wide

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "High, Low And Wide" by the Golden Gate Quartet.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.

Friday, January 21, 2022

Sunrise Serenade: Good Evenin', Good Lookin'

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Good Evenin', Good Lookin'" by Benny Goodman and His Orchestra with Helen Forrest on vocal.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.

Thursday, January 20, 2022

Sunrise Serenade: Jubilee

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

Wednesday, January 19, 2022

Playlist For January 19, 2022

The playlist for the January 19, 2022 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

Sunrise Serenade: More Than You Know

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "More Than You Know" by Erskine Hawkins and His Orchestra with Dolores Brown on vocals.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.

Tuesday, January 18, 2022

Sunrise Serenade: It's A Hap-Hap-Happy Day

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "It's A Hap-Hap-Happy Day" by Teddy Stauffer and his Original Teddies.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.

Friday, January 14, 2022

Sunrise Serenade: Ciribiribin

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Ciribiribin" by Harry James and His Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.

Thursday, January 13, 2022

Sunrise Serenade: Riverboat Shuffle

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Riverboat Shuffle" by Hoagy Carmichael.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.

Wednesday, January 12, 2022

Playlist For January 12, 2022

The playlist for the January 12, 2022 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

Sunrise Serenade: Well All Right

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Well All Right" by the Andrews Sisters.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line

Tuesday, January 11, 2022

Sunrise Serenade: Indian Love Call

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Indian Love Call" by Artie Shaw and His Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line

Monday, January 10, 2022

Sunrise Serenade: Do Me A Favor

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

Friday, January 7, 2022

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.

Wednesday, January 5, 2022

Playlist For January 5, 2022

The playlist for the January 5, 2022 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

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

Tuesday, January 4, 2022

Sunrise Serenade: It Happened In Sun Valley

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "It Happened In Sun Valley" by Glenn Valley and His Orchestra.  Enjoy the video from YouTubeMusic.


Monday, January 3, 2022

Sunrise Serenade: My Heart Belongs To Daddy

Happy New Year!  This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "My Heart Belongs To Daddy" by Ella Fitzgerald.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.