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, July 5, 2013

Superman: Electric Earthquake

Since the Man of Steel fights for "truth, justice and the American way," it seems appropriate that he return for this Fourth of July weekend in an encore from 2009.  From the Internet Archive, here is Electric Earthquake.
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Sunrise Serenade: Baby Me

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Baby Me" by Glenn Miller and His Orchestra with Kay Starr on vocals.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line. 
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Thursday, July 4, 2013

HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY!

Happy Fourth of July!  Above is a photo of a U.S. flag from 1944, found at the American Memory Collection of the Library of Congress, which explains why it only has 48 stars. 
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Wednesday, July 3, 2013

Playlist For July 3, 2013 - Independence Day Special

The playlist for the July 3, 2013 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle - Independence Day Special - has been added to the playlist filing cabinet. 
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World War II: Then And Now

I do not remember how I came across this post on Accidental Mysteries, but my thanks to who/whatever led me there.  It features several "then and now" photos from areas in Europe during World War II.  Above, an American soldier holds a German soldier prisoner; and below, the same location today. 
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Sunrise Serenade: Mood Hollywood

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Mood Hollywood" by the Dorsey Brothers Orchestra.  Enjoy the video below from YouTube.

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Tuesday, July 2, 2013

Keep Cool WIth A Red Hot Lindy Hop

The Red Hot Lindy Hop lesson and session continues this Friday night at the Rumba Room.  Free lesson at 7:00 p.m.  Free admission before 7:00, and $5 cover at the door afterwards.  Lesson by Kirk and Amanda with music by Amanda.  Dress like you are going out!
303 South Main
Memphis, TN 38103

The Tiger Rag progressive dance lessons and guided practice sessions are in full swing at the Madison Dance Studio in Minglewood Plaza, 1555 Madison Ave Memphis, TN 38104.  Learn more and register here. 
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Sunrise Serenade: Anytime, Anyday, Anywhere

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Anytime, Anyday, Anywhere" by the Mills Brothers.  Enjoy the video below from YouTube.

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Monday, July 1, 2013

Turner Classic Movies In July

As The Hollywood Revue informs us in its monthly preview of movies on TCM, Paul Henreid (left - as Victor Laszlo in Casablanca) is the star of the month, with films featuring him every Tuesday night in July.
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Sunrise Serenade: Rhythm Saved The World

This moring's Sunrise Serenade was "Rhythm Saved The World" by the Mills Brothers.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.
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