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, December 4, 2025

Wednesday, December 3, 2025

Playlist For December 3, 2025

The playlist for the December 3, 2025 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

                                                                                                                                                           

Sunrise Serenade: Jingle Bells

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

Tuesday, December 2, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: Boog It

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Boog It" by Glenn Miller and His Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.     

Monday, December 1, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: Walk With A Wiggle

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Walk With A Wiggle" by the Andrews Sisters.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.  

Thursday, November 27, 2025

Happy Thanksgiving!

  

We here at the SSS wish you and yours a very Happy Thanksgiving, and a very safe holiday season.   

Tuesday, November 25, 2025

Taking A Break

  

I'll be taking a break this week to take care of some things and prepare for the holidays, but the show will go on, and I'll be back after Thanksgiving.   

Friday, November 21, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: Singing In The Bathtub

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Singing In The Bathtub" by Gracie Fields.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.  

 

Thursday, November 20, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: Ac-Cent-Tchu-Ate The Positive

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Ac-Cent-Tchu-Ate The Positive" by Bing Crosby and the Andrews Sisters.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.  

Wednesday, November 19, 2025

Playlist For November 19, 2025

The playlist for the November 19, 2025 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

                                                                                                                                                          

Sunrise Serenade: Artistry In Rhythm

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Artistry In Rhythm" by Stan Kenton and His Orchestra.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.  

Tuesday, November 18, 2025

Monday, November 17, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: Massachusetts

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

Friday, November 14, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: Joltin' Joe Dimaggio

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Joltin' Joe Dimaggio" by Les Brown and His Orchestra with Betty Bonney and the band on vocals.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.  

Thursday, November 13, 2025

Wednesday, November 12, 2025

Playlist For November 12, 2025

The playlist for the November 12, 2025 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

                                                                                                                                                         

Sunrise Serenade: Let Me Off Uptown

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Let Me Off Uptown" by Gene Krupa and His Orchestra with Anita O'Day on vocal.  Enjoy the video from YouTube

Tuesday, November 11, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: Dinah

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Dinah" by the Benny Goodman Quartet.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.  

Monday, November 10, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: Juke Box Saturday Night

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Juke Box Saturday Night" by Glenn Miller and His Orchestra.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.

Friday, November 7, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: Limehouse Blues

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Limehouse Blues" by the Mills Brothers.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.  

Thursday, November 6, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: Hey Lawdy Mama (Meet Me In The Bottom)

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Hey Lawdy Mama (Meet Me In The Bottom)" by Andy Kirk and His Twelve Clouds of Joy.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.  

Wednesday, November 5, 2025

Playlist For November 5, 2025

The playlist for the November 5, 2025 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

                                                                                                                                                        

Sunrise Serenade: Someone Stole Gabriel's Horn

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Someone Stole Gabriel's Horn" by the Dorsey Brothers.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.  

Tuesday, November 4, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: The Headless Horseman

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "The Headless Horseman" by Bing Crosby from the 1949 Disney film, The Adventures of Ichabod & Mr. Toad.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.

 

Monday, November 3, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: Gotta Go Places And Do Things

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Gotta Go Places And Do Things" by Cab Calloway and His Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.     

Friday, October 31, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: (We've Gotta) Put That Sun Back Into The Sky

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "(We've Gotta) Put That Sun Back Into The Sky" by the Boswell Sisters.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.     

Thursday, October 30, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: I Got The Sun In The Morning

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "I Got The Sun In The Morning" by Artie Shaw and His Orchestra with Mel Torme and the Meltones on vocals.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.     

Wednesday, October 29, 2025

Playlist For October 29, 2025 - Halloween Special

The playlist for the October 29, 2025 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle - the Halloween Special - has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

                                                                                                                                                       

Sunrise Serenade: When I Take My Sugar To Tea

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "When I Take My Sugar To Tea" by Jack Hylton and His Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.     

Tuesday, October 28, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: Flyin' Home

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Flyin' Home" by Lionel Hampton and His Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.     

Monday, October 27, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: Victory Polka

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Victory Polka" by the Andrews Sisters.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.

 

Friday, October 24, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: On A Slow Boat To China

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "On A Slow Boat To China" by Benny Goodman and His Orchestra with Al Hendrickson on vocal.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.     

Thursday, October 23, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: Freedom Train

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Freedom Train" by Johnny Mercer, Peggy Lee, Benny Goodman, Margaret Whiting, the Pied Pipers & Paul Weston Orchestra.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.

 

Wednesday, October 22, 2025

Playlist For October 22, 2025 - Fall Pledge Drive Special

The playlist for the October 22, 2025 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

                                                                                                                                                      

Sunrise Serenade: I'm Going Mad For A Pad

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "I'm Going Mad For A Pad" by Stan Kenton and His Orchestra with Anita O'Day on vocal.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.    

Tuesday, October 21, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: Lazy River

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Lazy River" by the Casa Loma Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.     

Monday, October 20, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: A Monday Date

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "A Monday Date" by Louis Armstrong and His Hot Five.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.     

Monday, October 13, 2025

Taking A Break

I'm taking a little time off for Fall Break, but I'll be back in a little while.  In the meantime, keep listening to the Swing Shift Shuffle on WEVL.     

Friday, October 10, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: These Foolish Things

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "These Foolish Things" by Benny Goodman and His V-Disc All Star Band with Mildred Bailey on vocal.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.     

Thursday, October 9, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: Get With It

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Get With It" by Bob Wills and His Texas Playboys.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.  

Wednesday, October 8, 2025

Playlist For October 8, 2025

The playlist for the October 8, 2025 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

                                                                                                                                                     

Sunrise Serenade: Boog It

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Boog It" by Cab Calloway and His Orchestra.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.  

Tuesday, October 7, 2025

Monday, October 6, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: People Like You And Me

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "People Like You And Me" by Glenn Miller and His Orchestra, in this clip from a 1940's film, performing as "Gene Morrison" and orchestra.  Enjoy the video from  YouTube.

   

Friday, October 3, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: Opus One

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Opus One" by Tommy Dorsey and His Orchestra.  Enjoy the video from YouTube

Thursday, October 2, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: There! I Said It Again

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "There!  I Said It Again" by Vaugh Monroe and His Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.     

Wednesday, October 1, 2025

Playlist For October 1, 2025

The playlist for the October 1, 2025 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

                                                                                                                                                    

Sunrise Serenade: Ac-cent-tchu-ate The Positive

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Ac-cent-tchu-ate The Positive" by Johnny Mercer with the Pied Pipers.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.     

Tuesday, September 30, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: Over The Rainbow

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Over The Rainbow" by Glenn Miller and His Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.     

Monday, September 29, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: That's A Plenty

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "That's A Plenty" by Bing Crosby and Connie Boswell.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.     

Thursday, September 25, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: Perfidia

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Perfidia" by Glenn Miller and His Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.     

Wednesday, September 24, 2025

Playlist For September 24, 2025

The playlist for the September 24, 2025 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

                                                                                                                                                   

Sunrise Serenade: My Blue Heaven

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "My Blue Heaven" by Stuff Smith and His Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.     

Tuesday, September 23, 2025

Monday, September 22, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: It's Been So Long

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "It's Been So Long" by Bunny Berigan and His Boys.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.     

Friday, September 19, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: I'm Gonna Sit Right Down And Write Myself A Letter

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "I'm Gonna Sit Right Down And Write Myself A Letter" by Fats Waller and His Rhythm.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.     

Thursday, September 18, 2025

Wednesday, September 17, 2025

Playlist For September 17, 2025

The playlist for the September 17, 2025 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

                                                                                                                                                  

Sunrise Serenade: When My Sugar Walks Down The Street

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "When My Sugar Walks Down The Street" by Ella Fitzgerald and Her Famous Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.     

Tuesday, September 16, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: Moonlight Bay

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

 

Monday, September 15, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: The Trolley Song

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "The Trolley Song" by Judy Garland.  Enjoy the video from YouTube

 

Friday, September 12, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: I'm Getting Sentimental Over You

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "I'm Getting Sentimental Over You" by the Dorsey Brothers Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.     

Thursday, September 11, 2025

Wednesday, September 10, 2025

Playlist For September 10, 2025

The playlist for the September 10, 2025 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

                                                                                                                                                 

Sunrise Serenade: Dream A Little Dream Of Me

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Dream A Little Dream Of Me" by Ella Fitzgerald and Louis Armstrong.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.     

Tuesday, September 9, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: Right Or Wrong

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Right Or Wrong" by Bob Wills and His Texas Playboys.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.

  

Monday, September 8, 2025

Friday, September 5, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: Sugar Blues

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Sugar Blues" by Ella Fitzgerald and Her Famous Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.     

Thursday, September 4, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: I Won't Dance

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "I Won't Dance" by Smith Ballew and his Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.     

Wednesday, September 3, 2025

Playlist For September 3, 2025

The playlist for the September 3, 2025 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

                                                                                                                                                

Sunrise Serenade: Rip Van Winkle

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Rip Van Winkle" by Ella Mae Morse.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.     

Tuesday, September 2, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: You're Driving Me Crazy

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "You're Driving Me Crazy" by Valaida Snow.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.     

Friday, August 29, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: I Must Have That Man

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "I Must Have That Man" by Ella Fitzgerald.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.     

Thursday, August 28, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: Three Little Words

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Three Little Words" by Ella Fitzgerald and Her Famous Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.     

Wednesday, August 27, 2025

Playlist For August 27, 2025

The playlist for the August 27, 2025 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

                                                                                                                                               

Sunrise Serenade: Memphis Blues

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Memphis Blues" by Bing Crosby and Ella Fitzgerald.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.

 

Tuesday, August 26, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: Blues In The Night

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Blues In The Night" by Artie Shaw and His Orchestra with Hot Lips Page on vocal.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.     

Monday, August 25, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: You've Got To Blow Your Own Trumpet

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "You've Got To Blow Your Own Trumpet" by Ambrose and His Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.     

Friday, August 22, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: Frim Fram Sauce

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Frim Fram Sauce" by the King Cole Trio.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.     

Thursday, August 21, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: Taking A Chance On Love

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Taking A Chance On Love" by Ella Fitzgerald and Her Famous Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.     

Wednesday, August 20, 2025

Playlist For August 20, 2025

The playlist for the August 20, 2025 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

                                                                                                                                              

Sunrise Serenade: Ida, Sweet As Apple Cider

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Ida, Sweet As Apple Cider" by Glenn Miller and His Orchestra with Tex Beneke on vocal.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.     

Tuesday, August 19, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: Got A Brand New Suit

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Got A Brand New Suit" by Fats Waller and His Rhythm.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.  

Monday, August 18, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: Route 66

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Route 66" by Bing Crosby and the Andrews Sisters.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.     

Friday, August 15, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: Serenade In Blue

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Serenade In Blue" by Benny Goodman and His Orchestra with Dick Haymes on vocal.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.     

Thursday, August 14, 2025

Wednesday, August 13, 2025

Playlist For August 13, 2025

The playlist for the August 13, 2025 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

                                                                                                                                             

Sunrise Serenade: Stairway To The Stars

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Stairway To The Stars" by Glenn Miller and His Orchestra with Ray Eberle on vocal.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.     

Tuesday, August 12, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: Tennessee Fish Fry

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Tennessee Fish Fry" by Mildred Bailey and Her Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.     

Monday, August 11, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: You've Got What It Takes

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "You've Got What It Takes" by Orrin Tucker and His Orchestra with "Wee" Bonnie Baker on vocal.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.  

Thursday, August 7, 2025

Wednesday, August 6, 2025

Playlist For August 6, 2025

The playlist for the August 6, 2025 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

                                                                                                                                            

Sunrise Serenade: Are You Hep To The Jive

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Are You Hep To The Jive" by Cab Calloway and His Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.     

Tuesday, August 5, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: Billy Boy

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Billy Boy" by Jimmy Dorsey and His Orchestra with the Andrews Sisters and Ray McKinley on vocals.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.     

Monday, August 4, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: The Ghost Of Smokey Joe

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "The Ghost Of Smokey Joe" by Cab Calloway and His Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.     

Friday, August 1, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: Elmer's Tune

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Elmer's Tune" by Benny Goodman and His Orchestra with Peggy Lee on vocal.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.     

Thursday, July 31, 2025

Wednesday, July 30, 2025

Playlist For July 30, 2025

The playlist for the July 30, 2025 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

                                                                                                                                           

Sunrise Serenade: Sweet Georgia Brown

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Sweet Georgia Brown" by Harry James and His Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.     

Tuesday, July 29, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: I'm Gonna Be A Bad Girl

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "I'm Gonna Be A Bad Girl" by Orrin Tucker and His Orchestra with "Wee" Bonnie Baker on vocal.  Enjoy the video from YouTube. 

Monday, July 28, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: I'm Always Chasing Rainbows

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "I'm Always Chasing Rainbows" by Benny Goodman and His Orchestra with Helen Forrest on vocal.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.     

Friday, July 25, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: Summertime

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Summertime" by Billie Holiday and Her Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.     

Thursday, July 24, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: Hi Ho Trailus Boot Whip

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Hi Ho Trailus Boot Whip" by Anita O'Day.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.     

Wednesday, July 23, 2025

Playlist For July 23, 2025

The playlist for the July 23, 2025 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

                                                                                                                                          

Sunrise Serenade: Heartbreaker

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

Tuesday, July 22, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: The Lady From St. Paul

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "The Lady From St. Paul" by Glen Gray and the Casa Loma Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.     

Monday, July 21, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: Have You Got Any Castles, Baby?

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Have You Got Any Castles, Baby?" by Dolly Dawn and Her Dawn Patrol.  Enjoy the video from YouTube

Friday, July 18, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: If I Could Be With You (One Hour Tonight)

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "If I Could Be With You (One Hour Tonight)" by Jack Teagarden and His Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.     

Thursday, July 17, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: If I Had A Boy Like You

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "If I Had A Boy Like You" by the Andrews Sisters.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.

Wednesday, July 16, 2025

Playlist For July 16, 2025

The playlist for the July 16, 2025 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

                                                                                                                                         

Sunrise Serenade: Swinging Down The Lane

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Swinging Down The Lane" by Isham Jones and His Famous Orchestra with Curt Massey on vocal.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.     

Tuesday, July 15, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: If I Had A Girl Like You

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "If I Had A Girl Like You" by Hal Kemp and His Orchestra with Smith Ballew on vocal.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.     

Monday, July 14, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: I Scream, You Scream, We All Scream For Ice Cream

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "I Scream, You Scream, We All Scream For Ice Cream" by Waring's Pennsylvanians.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.     

Friday, July 11, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: Gosh Darn!

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Gosh Darn!" by Harold White And His Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.     

Thursday, July 10, 2025

Wednesday, July 9, 2025

Playlist For July 9, 2025

The playlist for the July 9, 2025 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

                                                                                                                                        

Sunrise Serenade: I Guess I'll Have To Dream The Rest

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "I Guess I'll Have To Dream The Rest" by Glenn Miller and His Orchestra with Ray Eberle and the Modernaires on vocals.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.     

Tuesday, July 8, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: Prince Charming

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Prince Charming" by Harry James and His Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.     

Monday, July 7, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: Star Dust

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Star Dust" by Bing Crosby.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.     

Friday, July 4, 2025

Thursday, July 3, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: Let's Get Away From It All

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Let's Get Away From It All" by Tommy Dorsey and His Orchestra with Frank Sinatra, Connie Haines, and the Pied Pipers (including Jo Stafford) on vocal.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.     

Wednesday, July 2, 2025

Playlist For July 2, 2025

The playlist for the July 2, 2025 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle - Independence Day Special - has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

                                                                                                                                       

Sunrise Serenade: Honeysuckle Rose

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Honeysuckle Rose" by Fats Waller and His Rhythm.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.     

Monday, June 30, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: Here Comes The Sun

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Here Comes The Sun" by the Boswell Sisters.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.    

Friday, June 27, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: It Had To Be You

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "It Had To Be You" by Jimmie Lunceford and His Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.     

Wednesday, June 25, 2025

Playlist For June 25, 2025

The playlist for the June 25, 2025 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

                                                                                                                                      

Sunrise Serenade: "Murder," He Says

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "'Murder,' He Says" by Dinah Shore.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.  

Tuesday, June 24, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: I Don't Stand A Ghost Of A Chance With You

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "I Don't Stand A Ghost Of A Chance With You" by Frankie Trumbauer and His Orchestra with Fredda Gibson on vocal.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.

Monday, June 23, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: They All Laughed

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "They All Laughed" by Fred Astaire.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.     

Friday, June 13, 2025

Taking A Break

I'll be taking a break next week, so no blog posts, but the radio show will go on Wednesday night at 6:00  on WEVL as always.  

Sunrise Serenade: Somebody Else Is Taking My Place

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Somebody Else Is Taking My Place" by Benny Goodman and His Orchestra with Peggy Lee on vocal.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.     

Thursday, June 12, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: Watch The Birdie

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Watch The Birdie" by Gene Krupa and His Orchestra with Anita O'Day.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.    

Wednesday, June 11, 2025

Playlist For June 11, 2025

The playlist for the June 11, 2025 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.