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, 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.

                                                                                                                                     

Sunrise Serenade: There'll Be Some Changes Made

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "There'll Be Some Changes Made" by Woody Herman and His Orchestra with Muriel Lane on vocal.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.     

Tuesday, June 10, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: I Want The Waiter (With The Water)

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "I Want The Waiter (With The Water)" by Ella Fitzgerald and Her Famous Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.     

Monday, June 9, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: I Hear Music

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

Friday, June 6, 2025

Thursday, June 5, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: Who Wouldn't Love You?

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Who Wouldn't Love You?" by Kay Kyser and His Orchestra with Harry Babbit and Trudy Erwin on vocals.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.  

Wednesday, June 4, 2025

Playlist For June 4, 2025

The playlist for the June 4, 2025 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

                                                                                                                                    

Sunrise Serenade: Mister Meadowlark

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Mister Meadowlark" by Bing Crosby and Johnny Mercer.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.  

  

Tuesday, June 3, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: Happiness Is A Thing Called Joe

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Happiness Is A Thing Called Joe" by Francis Wayne with Woody Herman and His Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.    

Monday, June 2, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: Sweet Potato Piper

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