Sunrise Serenade: A Chicken Ain't Nothin' But A Bird

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "A Chicken Ain't Nothin' But A Bird" by Cab Calloway and His Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.   

Sunrise Serenade: Limehouse Blues

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

Playlist For May 24, 2023

The playlist for the May 24, 2023 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

                                

Sunrise Serenade: I've Got A Right To Sing The Blues

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "I've 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.  

Sunrise Serenade: Stop Beatin' Around The Mulberry Bush

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Stop Beatin' Around The Mulberry Bush" by Count Basie and His Orchestra with Jimmy Rushing on vocal.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.  

Sunrise Serenade: Are You Havin' Any Fun?

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Are You Havin' Any Fun?" by Tommy Dorsey and His Orchestra with Edythe Wright on vocal.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line. 

Playlist For May 17, 2023

The playlist for the May 17, 2023 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

                               

Sunrise Serenade: Rump Steak Serenade

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

Sunrise Serenade: Oh, Lady Be Good

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Oh, Lady Be Good" by Ella Fitzgerald.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line. 

Sunrise Serenade: Little White Lies

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

Sunrise Serenade: Got A Penny, Jenny?

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Got A Penny, Jenny?" by Stan Kenton and His Orchestra with June Christy on vocal.  Enjoy the video from YouTube. 

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.  

Playlist For May 10, 2023

The playlist for the May 10, 2023 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

                              

Sunrise Serenade: King Porter Stomp

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "King Porter Stomp" by Benny Goodman and his Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line. 

Sunrise Serenade: My Meloncholy Baby

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

 

Sunrise Serenade: Penny Serenade

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Penny Serenade" by Dick Robertson and His Orchestra with Mr. Robertson himself on vocal.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.  

Sunrise Serenade: Sing Me A Swing Song (And Let Me Dance)

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Sing Me A Swing Song (And Let Me Dance)" by Chick Webb and His Orchestra with Ella Fitzgerald on vocal.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.   

Sunrise Serenade: Tampico

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Tampico" by Stan Kenton and His Orchestra with June Christy on vocal.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.  

Playlist For May 3, 2023

The playlist for the May 3, 2023 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

                             

Sunrise Serenade: Is You Is Or Is You Ain't My Baby?

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Is You Is Or Is You Ain't My Baby?" by Nat King Cole and Ida James.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.  

Sunrise Serenade: If I Could Be With You One Hour Tonight

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "If I Could Be With You One Hour Tonight" by Louis Armstrong.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line. 

Sunrise Serenade: Muskrat Ramble

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

Sunrise Serenade: Star Dust

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Star Dust" by Hoagy Carmichael.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.  

Sunrise Serenade: Cherokee

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

Playlist For April 26, 2023

The playlist for the April 26, 2023 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

                            

Sunrise Serenade: Tuxedo Junction

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Tuxedo Junction" by Glenn Miller and his Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line. 

Sunrise Serenade: Mister Meadowlark

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Mister Meadowlark" by Bing Crosby and Johnny Mercer.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.  

Sunrise Serenade: Managua, Nicaragua

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Managua, Nicaragua" by Freddy Martin and His Orchestra.  Enjoy the video from YouTube. 

Sunrise Serenade: Loch Lomond

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Loch Lomond" by Maxine Sullivan.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.  

Sunrise Serenade: Twee-twee-Tweet

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Twee-twee-Tweet" by Cab Calloway and His Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line. 

Playlist For April 19, 2023 - Spring Pledge Drive Special: For the Birds

The playlist for the April 19, 2023 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle - Spring Pledge Drive Special:  For the Birds - has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

                           

Sunrise Serenade: That's What The Bird Said To Me

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "That's What The Bird Said To Me" by Fats Waller.  Enjoy the video from YouTube. 

 

Sunrise Serenade: Undecided

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Undecided" by Ella Fitzgerald.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.  

Sunrise Serenade: I Want To Learn About Love

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "I Want To Learn About Love" by Ella Fitzgerald with the Daydreamers.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line. 

Sunrise Serenade: I'll Always Be In Love With You

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "I'll Always Be In Love With You" by Ella Fitzgerald.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.

Sunrise Serenade: Parkin' In The Moonlight

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Parkin' In The Moonlight" by The Travelers.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.  

Playlist For April 12, 2023

The playlist for the April 12, 2023 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

                          

Sunrise Serenade: I'll Be Around

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

Sunrise Serenade: Moon Country

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Moon Country" by the Casa Loma Orchestra..  Enjoy the video from YouTube.

Sunrise Serenade: Did You Ever See A Dream Walking?

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Did You Ever See A Dream Walking?" by Bertini and His Orchestra with Sam Brown on vocal.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.  

Sunrise Serenade: Jingle, Jangle, Jingle

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Jingle, Jangle, Jingle" by the Merry Macs.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.

 

Sunrise Serenade: It's The Natural Thing To Do

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "It's The Natural Thing To Do" by Artie Shaw and His New Music with Peg LaCentra on vocal.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.  

Playlist For April 5, 2023

The playlist for the April 5, 2023 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

                         

Sunrise Serenade: Nevertheless (I'm In Love With You)

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Nevertheless (I'm In Love With You)" by the Mills Brothers.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.  

Sunrise Serenade: Like Me A Little Bit Less

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Like Me A Little Bit Less" by Gus Arnheim and His Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.  

Sunrise Serenade: Peanut Vendor

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Peanut Vendor" by Louis Armstrong.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.  

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.  

Sunrise Serenade: I Can't Believe That You're In Love With Me

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "I Can't Believe That You're In Love With Me" by Anita O'Day.  Enjoy the video from YouTube. 

 

Playlist For March 29, 2023

The playlist for the March 29, 2023 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

                        

Sunrise Serenade: Smoke Rings

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

Sunrise Serenade: The Merry-Go-Round Broke Down

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "The Merry-Go-Round Broke Down" by Jimmie Lunceford.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line. 

Sunrise Serenade: Boo-Wah Boo-Wah

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

Sunrise Serenade: Rhythm Is Our Business

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Rhythm Is Our Business" by Jimmie Lunceford and His Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line. 

Sunrise Serenade: It's So Easy

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "It's So Easy" by Louis Jordan and His Tympany Five.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.  

Playlist For March 22, 2023

The playlist for the March 22, 2023 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

                       

Sunrise Serenade: You Better Change Your Tune

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "You Better Change Your Tune" by Rose Marie.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.

Sunrise Serenade: My Kinda Love

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "My Kinda Love" by Tommy Dorsey and His Orchestra with Bing Crosby on vocals.  Enjoy the video below from YouTube.

 

Sunrise Serenade: I Threw A Kiss In The Ocean

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "I Threw A Kiss In The Ocean" by Kate Smith.  Enjoy the video from YouTube. 

Sunrise Serenade: My Baby Just Cares For Me

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "My Baby Just Cares For Me" by Orrin Tucker and His Orchestra with "Wee" Bonnie Baker on vocals.  Click on the song title and then press play to listen courtesy of the Internet Archive.  

Sunrise Serenade: Tico Tico

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Tico Tico" by the Andrews Sisters.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.  

Playlist For March 8, 2023

The playlist for the March 8, 2023 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

                      

Sunrise Serenade: The Woodpecker Song

This mornig"s Sunrise Serenade was "The Woodpecker Song" by the Andrews Sisters.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.

 

Sunrise Serenade: Ferryboat Serenade

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

Sunrise Serenade: Cheek To Cheek

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Cheek To Cheek" by Fred Astaire with Leo Reisman and His Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.  

Sunrise Serenade: You Call Everybody Darling

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "You Call Everybody Darling" by the Andrews Sisters.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.  

Sunrise Serenade: Make Believe Ballroom Time

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

Playlist For March 1, 2023

The playlist for the March 1, 2023 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

                     

Sunrise Serenade: Somebody Nobody Loves

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Somebody Nobody Loves" by Benny Goodman and His Orchestra with Peggy Lee on vocal.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.  

Sunrise Serenade: The Rhumba Jumps

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "The Rhumba Jumps" by Glenn Miller and His Orchestra with Marion Hutton and Tex Beneke on vocals.  Enjoy the video from YouTube. 

Sunrise Serenade: Sing An Old Fashioned Song

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Sing An Old Fashioned Song" by Red McKenzie and His Rhythm Kings.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.  

Sunrise Serenade: (Shout Wherever You May Be) I Am An American

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "(Shout Wherever You May Be) I Am An American" by Gene Krupa.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.  

Sunrise Serenade: The Ghost Of Smokey Joe

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "The Ghost Of Smokey Joe" by Cab Calloway and His Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.  

Playlist For February 22, 2023

The playlist for the February 22, 2023 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

                    

Sunrise Serenade: To You

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

 

Sunrise Serenade: A String of Pearls

Today'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. 

Sunrise Serenade: What Is This Thing Called Love?

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "What Is This Thing Called Love?" by Anita O'Day.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.  

Sunrise Serenade: You'll Never Know

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "You'll Never Know" by Vera Lynn.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.  

Playlist For February 15, 2023

The playlist for the February 15, 2023 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

                   

Sunrise Serenade: On A Slow Boat To China

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "On A Slow Boat To China" by Benny Goodman and His Orchestra, featuring Al Hendrickson on vocals.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.  

Sunrise Serenade: In A Mellow Tone

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "In A Mellow Tone" by Duke Ellington and His Orchestra.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.

 

Sunrise Serenade: Be Happy

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

Sunrise Serenade: Mr. Five By Five

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Mr. Five By Five" by Freddie Slack and His Orchestra, featuring Ella Mae Morse on vocal.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.  

Playlist For February 8, 2023

The playlist for the February 8, 2023 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

                  

Sunrise Serenade: Coax Me

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Coax Me" by Dinah Shore.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.  

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.  

Sunrise Serenade: There's Frost On The Moon

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "There's Frost On The Moon" by Artie Shaw and His Orchestra with Peg LaCentra on vocal.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line. 

Sunrise Serenade: You Go To My Head

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "You Go To My Head" by Billie Holiday and Her Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.  

Playlist For February 1, 2023

The playlist for the February 1, 2023 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

                 

Sunrise Serenade: A Nightingale Sang In Berkeley Square

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "A Nightingale Sang In Berkeley Square" by Glenn Miller and His Orchestra.  Enjoy the video from YouTube. 

Sunrise Serenade: That Old Black Magic

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "That Old Black Magic" by Glenn Miller and his Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line. 

Sunrise Serenade: Cheerful Little Earful

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Cheerful Little Earful" by the High Hatters.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.  

Sunrise Serenade: Orange Colored Sky

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Orange Colored Sky" by Nat King Cole with the Stan Kenton Band.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.   

Playlist For January 25, 2023

The playlist for the January 25, 2023 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

                

Sunrise Serenade: Bright Eyes

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Bright Eyes" by Louis Prima and His New Orleans Gang.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.  

Sunrise Serenade: Ochi Chornya

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Ochi Chornya" by Wingy Manone and His Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.  

Sunrise Serenade: Begin The Beguine

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

 

Sunrise Serenade: Sweeter Than The Sweetest

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

Playlist For January 18, 2023

The playlist for the January 18, 2023 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

               

Sunrise Serenade: Anvil Chorus

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

Sunrise Serenade: Shanghai Lil

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Shanghai Lil" by Gene Kardos and His Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.  

Sunrise Serenade: Ida, Sweet As Apple Cider

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Ida, Sweet As Apple Cider" by the Mills Brothers.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.  

Sunrise Serenade: I've Got My Love To Keep Me Warm

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "I've Got My Love To Keep Me Warm" by Red Norvo and Mildred Bailey.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line. 

Playlist For January 11, 2023

The playlist for the January 11, 2023 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

              

Sunrise Serenade: A Maiden's Prayer

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "A Maiden's Prayer" by Bob Wills & His Texas Playboys.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.

 

Sunrise Serenade: Remember Me

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Remember Me" by Bing Crosby.  Enjoy the video from YouTube. 

Sunrise Serenade: When You Trim Your Christmas Tree

This morning's Sunrise Serenade seems slightly late, but it was quite insistent.  It was "When You Trim Your Christmas Tree" by Les Brown and His Orchestra with Jack Haskell on vocal.  Enjoy the video from YouTube. 

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.  

Sunrise Serenade: Elmer's Tune

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Elmer's Tune" by Benny Goodman and His Orchestra with Peggy Lee on vocals.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.  

Playlist For January 4, 2023

The playlist for the January 4, 2023 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

             

Sunrise Serenade: "Be Like A Kettle And Sing

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Be Like A Kettle And Sing" by Vera Lynn.  Enjoy this YouTube video clip from the 1942 film We'll Meet Again.

 

Sunrise Serenade: When Winter Comes

Happy New Year!  I'm back from an unexpectedly long Winter Break.  Today's Sunrise Serenade was "When Winter Comes" by Eddy Duchin and His Orchestra.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.