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.

Thursday, November 30, 2023

Sunrise Serenade: Stay As Sweet As You Are

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Stay As Sweet As You Are" by Guy Lombardo and His Royal Canadians.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.  

Wednesday, November 29, 2023

Playlist For November 29, 2023

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

                                                          

Sunrise Serenade: Beau Night In Hotchkiss Corner

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Beau Night In Hotchkiss Corner" by Artie Shaw and His Orchestra.  Enjoy the YouTube video.

 

Tuesday, November 28, 2023

Sunrise Serenade: I've Got The World On A String

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "I've Got The World On A String" by Cab Calloway and His Orchestra.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.  

Monday, November 27, 2023

Sunrise Serenade: Elmer's Tune

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

Thursday, November 23, 2023

Happy Thanksgiving!

We here at the SSS wish you all a very happy, healthy and safe Thanksgiving! 

Wednesday, November 22, 2023

Playlist For November 22, 2023 - Thanksgiving Special

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

                                                         

Sunrise Serenade: Hullabaloo

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Hullabaloo" by Ambrose and His Orchestra.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.

 

Tuesday, November 21, 2023

Sunrise Serenade: Ida, Sweet As Apple Cider

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Ida, Sweet As Apple Cider" by Glenn Miller and his Orchestra.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.  

Monday, November 20, 2023

Sunrise Serenade: Hold Tight

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

Friday, November 17, 2023

Sunrise Serenade: Fifth Avenue

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

Thursday, November 16, 2023

Sunrise Serenade: Tangerine

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Tangerine" by Jimmy Dorsey and His Orchestra with Phil Washburne and Helen O'Connell on vocal.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.  

Wednesday, November 15, 2023

Playlist For November 15, 2023

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

                                                        

Sunrise Serenade: Try A Little Tenderness

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Try A Little Tenderness" by Ruth Etting.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.  

Tuesday, November 14, 2023

Sunrise Serenade: Shuffle Off To Buffalo

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Shuffle Off To Buffalo" by the Boswell Sisters.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.

Monday, November 13, 2023

Sunrise Serenade: You're The Cream In My Coffee

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "You're The Cream In My Coffee" by Nat King Cole.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.  

Friday, November 10, 2023

Sunrise Serenade: Dipsy Doodle

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Dipsy Doodle" by the Golden Gate Quartet.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.  

Thursday, November 9, 2023

Sunrise Serenade: My Blue Heaven

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "My Blue Heaven" by Stuff Smith and His Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.  

Wednesday, November 8, 2023

Playlist For November 8, 2023 - Veterans Day Special

The playlist for the November 8, 2023 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle - Veterans Day Special - has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

                                                       

Sunrise Serenade: Somebody Else Is Taking My Place

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Somebody Else Is Taking My Place" by Benny Goodmand and His Orchestra with Peggy Lee on vocal.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.  

Tuesday, November 7, 2023

Sunrise Serenade: You Fit Into The Picture

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "You Fit Into The Picture" by Fats Waller.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.  

Monday, November 6, 2023

Sunrise Serenade: Moonglow

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Moonglow" by Benny Goodman.  Enjoy the video below from YouTube.

 

Friday, November 3, 2023

Sunrise Serenade: Bei Mir Bist Du Schon

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Bei Mir Bist Du Schon" by the Andrews Sisters.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.  

Thursday, November 2, 2023

Sunrise Serenade: Traffic Jam

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Traffic Jam" by Artie Shaw and His Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.  

Wednesday, November 1, 2023

Playlist For November 1, 2023

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

                                                      

Sunrise Serenade: Monday Date

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Monday Date" by Louis Armstrong and His Hot Five.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.