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.

Wednesday, May 31, 2023

Playlist For May 31, 2023

The playlist for the May 31, 2023 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

                                 

Sunrise Serenade: Harlem Holiday

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Harlem Holiday" by Cab Calloway and his Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line

Tuesday, May 30, 2023

Sunrise Serenade: Hold My Hand

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Hold My Hand" by Fats Waller and His Rhythm.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.  

Friday, May 26, 2023

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.   

Thursday, May 25, 2023

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.  

Wednesday, May 24, 2023

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.  

Tuesday, May 23, 2023

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.  

Monday, May 22, 2023

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

Wednesday, May 17, 2023

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

Tuesday, May 16, 2023

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

Monday, May 15, 2023

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.  

Friday, May 12, 2023

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

Thursday, May 11, 2023

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.  

Wednesday, May 10, 2023

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

Tuesday, May 9, 2023

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.

 

Monday, May 8, 2023

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.  

Friday, May 5, 2023

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.   

Thursday, May 4, 2023

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.  

Wednesday, May 3, 2023

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.  

Tuesday, May 2, 2023

Monday, May 1, 2023

Sunrise Serenade: Muskrat Ramble

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