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, January 31, 2024

Playlist For January 31, 2024

The playlist for the January 31, 2024 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

                                                                   

Sunrise Serenade: Skyliner

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Skyliner" by Charlie Barnet and His Orchestra.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.  

Tuesday, January 30, 2024

Sunrise Serenade: It's A Quiet Town

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "It's A Quiet Town" by the Andrews Sisters with Danny Kaye.  Enjoy the video below from YouTube.

 

Monday, January 29, 2024

Sunrise Serenade: That's What I Like About The South

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "That's What I Like About The South" by Phil Harris and His Orchestra.  Enjoy the video from YouTube

Friday, January 26, 2024

Sunrise Serenade: Opus One

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Opus One" by Anita O'Day with Gene Krupa and His Orchestra.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.

 

Thursday, January 25, 2024

Sunrise Serenade: By A Waterfall

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "By A Waterfall" by Dick Powell.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.  

Wednesday, January 24, 2024

Playlist For January 24, 2024

The playlist for the January 24, 2024 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

                                                                  

Sunrise Serenade: Dear Mr. Gable, You Made Me Love You

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Dear Mr. Gable:  You Made Me Love You" by Judy Garland.  Enjoy the video from YouTube

  

Tuesday, January 23, 2024

Monday, January 22, 2024

Thursday, January 18, 2024

Sunrise Serenade: Mr. Five By Five

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Mr. Five By Five" by Freddie Slack and His Orchestra with Ella Mae Morse on vocal.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.  

Wednesday, January 17, 2024

Playlist For January 17, 2024

The playlist for the January 17, 2024 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

                                                                 

Sunrise Serenade: My Reverie

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

Tuesday, January 16, 2024

Friday, January 12, 2024

Sunrise Serenade: Reefer Man

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Reefer Man" by Cab Calloway and His Orchestra.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.  

Thursday, January 11, 2024

Sunrise Serenade: Blue Skies

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Blue Skies" by Benny Goodman and His Orchestra with Art Lund on vocal.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.  

Wednesday, January 10, 2024

Playlist For January 10, 2024

The playlist for the January 10, 2024 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

                                                                

Sunrise Serenade: Candy

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Candy" by the Nat King Cole Trio.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.  

Tuesday, January 9, 2024

Sunrise Serenade: Moonlight Bay

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Moonlight Bay" by Bing and Gary Crosby.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.  

Monday, January 8, 2024

Sunrise Serenade: Darktown Strutters Ball

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Darktown Strutters Ball" by Jimmy Dorsey and His Orchestra with June Richmond on vocals.  Enjoy the video from YouTube

 

Friday, January 5, 2024

Sunrise Serenade: It's A Sin To Tell A Lie

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "It's A Sin To Tell A Lie" by Fats Waller and His Rhythm.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.  

Wednesday, January 3, 2024

Playlist For January 3, 2024

The playlist for the January 3, 2024 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

                                                               

Sunrise Serenade was "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.