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 12, 2013

Sunrise Serenade: Candy

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

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Thursday, July 11, 2013

Stylish And Sublime Sterling Engines Ad

This 1931 advertisement in Country Life for Sterling motor boat engines, posted on Vintage Ads, is not only visually stylish, the text is worthy of a Rolls Royce brochure.
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Sunrise Serenade: Julius Ceasar

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Julius Ceasar" by the Mills Brothers.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.
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Wednesday, July 10, 2013

Playlist For July 10, 2013

The playlist for the July 10, 2013 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has been added to the playlist filing cabinet. 
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Dr. Miracle: Master of Magic

An Asian wizard loses his estate in Burma to the Japanese, so his emergency plan is to come to the U.S., create some zombie servants from the dead, and rob banks to regain his wealth.  Thankfully, Dr. Miracle: Master of Magic, discovers the scheme (after the wizard boasts about it), and saves the day in an epic Good vs. Evil battle of magic.  Posted on Four Color Shadows.
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Sunrise Serenade: A Room With A View

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "A Room With A View" by Glenn Miller and His Orchestra.  Click on the song title for a sample from emusic, or click here for the album page.
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Tuesday, July 9, 2013

Lindy Hop Friday And Live Music Next Week

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 Jaredan and Erin with music by Jaredan.  Dress like you are going out!
303 South Main
Memphis, TN 38103

Live music with Jeremy Shrader's Quentissentials next week.

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: Louisiana Hayride

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Louisiana Hayride" by the Boswell Sisters.  Click on the song title for a sample from emusic, or click here for the album page.
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Monday, July 8, 2013

U.S. Air Force Aircraft Adornment

I have seen a lot of World War II aircraft "nose art" over the years, but these photos on Retronaut were something new to me: full body aircraft art.
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Sunrise Serenade: Blues In The Night

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Blues In The Night" by Artie Shaw and His Orchestra.   Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line. 
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