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.

Monday, March 30, 2026

Sunrise Serenade: Carioca

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Carioca" by Artie Shaw and His Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.     

Friday, March 27, 2026

Sunrise Serenade: Anvil Chorus

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

Thursday, March 26, 2026

Sunrise Serenade: I'll Never Say Never Again

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "I'll Never Say Never Again" by the Boswell Sisters.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.  

   

Wednesday, March 25, 2026

Playlist For March 25, 2026

The playlist for the March 25, 2026, broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

                                                                                                                                                                          

Sunrise Serenade: I Wonder, I Wonder, I Wonder

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "I Wonder, I Wonder, I Wonder" by Eddie Howard.  Enjoy the video from YouTube

Tuesday, March 24, 2026

Sunrise Serenade: Moonglow

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Moonglow" by the Benny Goodman Quartet.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.     

Monday, March 23, 2026

Sunrise Serenade: Across The Alley From The Alamo

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Across The Alley From The Alamo" by the Mills Brothers.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.     

Wednesday, March 18, 2026

Playlist For March 18, 2026

The playlist for the March 18, 2026, broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

                                                                                                                                                                         

Tuesday, March 17, 2026

Sunrise Serenade: I See A Million People (But All I Can See Is You)

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "I See A Million People (But All I Can See Is You)" 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.     

Monday, March 16, 2026

Sunrise Serenade: Honeysuckle Rose

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Honeysuckle Rose" by Lena Horne with Benny Carter and His Orchestra.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.  

Friday, March 13, 2026

Sunrise Serenade: Is You Is Or Is You Ain't My Baby?

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Is You Is Or Is You Ain't My Baby?" by Bing Crosby and the Andrews Sisters.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.  

Thursday, March 12, 2026

Sunrise Serenade: Time Out

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Time Out" by Count Basie.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.  

Wednesday, March 11, 2026

Playlist For March 11, 2026

The playlist for the March 11, 2026, broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

                                                                                                                                                                        

Sunrise Serenade: My Dreams Are Getting Better

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "My Dreams Are Getting Better" by Vera Lynn.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.     

Tuesday, March 10, 2026

Sunrise Serenade: Undecided

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Undecided" by Chick Webb and His Orchestra with Ella Fitzgerald on vocal.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.     

Monday, March 9, 2026

Sunrise Serenade: Solo Flight

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Solo Flight" by Benny Goodman and His Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.     

Friday, March 6, 2026

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, March 5, 2026

Sunrise Serenade: Crazy People

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Crazy People" by Ben Selvin and His Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.     

Wednesday, March 4, 2026

Playlist For March 4, 2026

The playlist for the March 4, 2026, broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

                                                                                                                                                                       

Sunrise Serenade: Starlit Hour

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Starlit Hour" by Ella Fitzgerald.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.  

Monday, March 2, 2026

Sunrise Serenade: We Just Couldn't Say Goodbye

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "We Just Couldn't Say Goodbye" by the Boswell Sisters.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.