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, February 28, 2022

Sunrise Serenade: Young And Healthy

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Young And Healthy" by Gene Kardos and His Orchestra with Dick Robertson on vocal.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line

Friday, February 25, 2022

Sunrise Serenade: Honeysuckle Rose

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Honeysuckle Rose" by Les Brown and His Orchestra with Lucy Ann Polk on vocal.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.

Thursday, February 24, 2022

Sunrise Serenade: Hey Now, Hey Now

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Hey Now, Hey Now" by Cab Calloway and His Orchestra.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.

Wednesday, February 23, 2022

Playlist For February 23, 2022

The playlist for the February 23, 2022 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

Sunrise Serenade: I've Got My Fingers Crossed

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "I've Got My Fingers Crossed" by Louis Armstrong and His Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line

Tuesday, February 22, 2022

Sunrise Serenade: Washboard Blues

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Washboard Blues" by the Casa Loma Orchestra with Hoagy Carmichael on vocals.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.

Friday, February 18, 2022

Sunrise Serenade: Five Guys Named Moe

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Five Guys Named Moe" by Louis Jordan and His Tympany Five.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line

Thursday, February 17, 2022

Sunrise Serenade: Begin The Beguine

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Begin The Beguine" by the Andrews Sisters.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.

Wednesday, February 16, 2022

Playlist For February 16, 2022

The playlist for the February 16, 2022 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

Sunrise Serenade: Say "Si Si"S

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Say 'Si Si"" by the Andrews Sisters.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.

Tuesday, February 15, 2022

Sunrise Serenade: Ride On

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Ride On" by Stan Kenton and His Orchestra with Anita O'Day.  Enjoy the YouTube video below. 

Monday, February 14, 2022

Sunrise Serenade: Oh Babe!

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Oh Babe!" by Lucky Millinder and His Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.

Friday, February 11, 2022

Sunrise Serenade: Sittin' On A Log (Pettin' My Dog)

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Sittin' On A Log (Pettin' My Dog)" by Adrian Rollini and His Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line

Thursday, February 10, 2022

Wednesday, February 9, 2022

Playlist For February 9, 2022

The playlist for the February 9, 2022 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

Sunrise Serenade: My Meloncholy Baby

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "My Meloncholy Baby" by Chick Webb and His Orchestra with Ella Fitzgerald.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.

Tuesday, February 8, 2022

Sunrise Serenade: Why Don't You Do Right?

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Why Don't You Do Right?" by Benny Goodman and His Orchestra with Peggy Lee on vocal.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line

Wednesday, February 2, 2022

Playlist For February 2, 2022

The playlist for the February 2, 2022 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

Sunrise Serenade: A String of Pearls

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

Tuesday, February 1, 2022

Sunrise Serenade: Shoo Shoo Baby

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Shoo Shoo Baby" by Ella Mae Morse.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.