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.

Friday, September 29, 2023

Sunrise Serenade: My Hat's On The Side Of My Head

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "My Hat's On The Side Of My Head" by Ray Noble and His Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.  

Thursday, September 28, 2023

Sunrise Serenade: Three Little Words

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Three Little Words" by Ella Fitzgerald.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.  

Wednesday, September 27, 2023

Playlist For September 27, 2023

The playlist for the September 27, 2023 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

                                                  

Sunrise Serenade: Small Fry

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Small Fry" by Bing Crosby accompanied by Tommy Dorsey and His Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line

Tuesday, September 26, 2023

Sunrise Serenade: I'm Making Believe

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "I'm Making Believe" by Ella Fitzgerald and the Ink Spots.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.   

Monday, September 25, 2023

Friday, September 22, 2023

Sunrise Serenade: Now I Lay Me Down To Dream

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Now I Lay Me Down To Dream" by Andy Kirk and His Twelve Clouds of Joy.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.  

Thursday, September 21, 2023

Sunrise Serenade: Starlit Hour

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

Wednesday, September 20, 2023

Playlist For September 20, 2023

The playlist for the September 20, 2023 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

                                                 

Sunrise Serenade: The Object Of My Affection

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "The Object Of My Affection" by the Boswell Sisters.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.  

Tuesday, September 19, 2023

Sunrise Serenade: Eadie Was A Lady

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Eadie Was A Lady" by Cab Calloway and His Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.  

Monday, September 18, 2023

Sunrise Serenade: G.I. Jive

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "G.I. Jive" by Glenn Miller and the U.S. Army Air Force Band.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.  

Friday, September 15, 2023

Sunrise Serenade: China Boy

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "China Boy" by Muggsy Spanier and His V-Disc Band.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.  

Wednesday, September 13, 2023

Playlist For September 13, 2023

The playlist for the September 13, 2023 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

                                                

Sunrise Serenade: Jumpin' Jive

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Jumpin' Jive" by Cab Calloway and His Orchestra from the 1943 film Stormy Weather featuring the Nicholas Brothers.  Enjoy the video from YouTube

Tuesday, September 12, 2023

Sunrise Serenade: Sepia Panorama

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Sepia Panorama" by Duke Ellington and His Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line

Monday, September 11, 2023

Sunrise Serenade: You're A Sweetheart

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "You're A Sweetheart" by Tommy Dorsey and His Clambake Seven with Edythe Wright on vocal.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.  

Thursday, September 7, 2023

Sunrise Serenade: All My Life

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

Wednesday, September 6, 2023

Playlist For September 6, 2023

The playlist for the September 6, 2023 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

                                               

Sunrise Serenade: Ghost Of A Chance

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Ghost Of A Chance" by Mildred Bailey and Her Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.  

Tuesday, September 5, 2023

Sunrise Serenade: I Thought About You

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "I Thought About You" by Benny Goodman and His Orchestra with Mildred Baily on vocal.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.  

Friday, September 1, 2023

Sunrise Serenade: Jump Session

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