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, July 31, 2023

Sunrise Serenade: Whatcha Know Joe?

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Whatcha Know Joe?" by Tommy Dorsey and His Orchestra with Jo Stafford and the Pied Pipers on vocals.  Enjoy the video from YouTube

 

Friday, July 28, 2023

Sunrise Serenade: I Must Have That Man

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "I Must Have That Man" by Annette Hanshaw.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.

 

Thursday, July 27, 2023

Sunrise Serenade: How'm I Doin', Hey, Hey

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "How'm I Doin', Hey, Hey" by the Mills Brothers.  Enjoy the video from YouTube

 

Wednesday, July 26, 2023

Playlist For July 26, 2023

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

                                         

Sunrise Serenade: Miss Otis Regrets

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Miss Otis Regrets" by Jimmie Lunceford and His Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.  

Tuesday, July 25, 2023

Sunrise Serenade: Blues In The Night

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Blues In The Night" by Benny Goodman and His Sextet with Peggy Lee on vocal.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.  

Monday, July 24, 2023

Sunrise Serenade: Anytime, Anyday, Anywhere

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Anytime, Anyday, Anywhere" by the Mills Brothers.  Enjoy the video below from YouTube.

 

Friday, July 21, 2023

Sunrise Serenade: We Just Couldn't Say Goodbye

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "We Just Couldn't Say Goodbye" by the Boswell Sisters.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.  

Thursday, July 20, 2023

Sunrise Serenade: The Lady's In Love With You

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "The Lady's In Love With You" by Glenn Miller and His Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.  

Wednesday, July 19, 2023

Playlist For July 19, 2023

The playlist for the July 19, 2023 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

                                        

Sunrise Serenade: Oh Johnny, Oh Johnny, Oh!

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Oh Johnny, Oh Johnny, Oh!" by the Andrews Sisters.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line

Tuesday, July 18, 2023

Sunrise Serenade: Sweet Georgia Brown

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Sweet Georgia Brown" by the Mills Brothers.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.  

Monday, July 17, 2023

Sunrise Serenade: Fifteen Minute Intermission

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

Friday, July 14, 2023

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.

  

Thursday, July 13, 2023

Sunrise Serenade: I'm Nobody's Baby

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "I'm Nobody's Baby" by Judy Garland with Bobby Sherwood and His Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.   

Wednesday, July 12, 2023

Playlist For July 12, 2023

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

                                       

Sunrise Serenade: Ding Dong Daddy From Dumas

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Ding Dong Daddy From Dumas" by Bob Wills and His Texas Playboys.  Enjoy the video from YouTube

Tuesday, July 11, 2023

Sunrise Serenade: Stay A Little Longer

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Stay A Little Longer" by Bob Wills and His Texas Playboys.  Enjoy the video from YouTube

 

Monday, July 10, 2023

Sunrise Serenade: Loch Lomond

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Loch Lomond" by Fats Waller.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.  

Friday, July 7, 2023

Sunrise Serenade: Sha-Sha

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

Thursday, July 6, 2023

Sunrise Serenade: Buttons And Bows

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Buttons And Bows" by Dinah Shore.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line

Wednesday, July 5, 2023

Playlist For July 5, 2023

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

                                      

Sunrise Serenade: This Is The Army, Mr. Jones

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "This Is The Army, Mr. Jones" by Hal McIntyre and his Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.  

Monday, July 3, 2023

Sunrise Serenade: Goody Goody

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Goody Goody" by Benny Goodman and His Orchestra with Helen Ward on vocals.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line