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.

Tuesday, April 16, 2019

Sunrise Serenade: How Come?

Although reported a bit late, today's Sunrise Serenade was "How Come?" by Anita O'Day.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line

Monday, April 15, 2019

Sunrise Serenade: It's A Long Way To Tipperary

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "It's A Long Way To Tipperary" by Ella Logan and the Spirits of Rhythm.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.

Friday, April 12, 2019

Sunrise Serenade: Sing An Old Fashioned Song

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Sing An Old Fashioned Song" by Red McKenzie and His Rhythm Kings.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line

Thursday, April 11, 2019

Sunrise Serenade: Imagination

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Imagination" by Dinah Shore.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.

Wednesday, April 10, 2019

Playlist For April 10, 2019

The playlist for the April 10, 2019 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.  

Sunrise Serenade: Sleepy Time Gal

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Sleepy Time Gal" by Edmond Hall and His Quartet with Teddy Wilson.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line

Monday, April 8, 2019

Sunrise Serenade: As Long As I Live

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "As Long As I Live" by the Spirits of Rhythm.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line

Thursday, April 4, 2019

Sunrise Serenade: Strange As It Seems

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Strange As It Seems" by Cab Calloway and His Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line

Tuesday, April 2, 2019

Sunrise Serenade: In The Mood

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "In The Mood" by Glenn Miller and His Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line

Monday, April 1, 2019

Sunrise Serenade: Gotta Be Gettin'

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Gotta Be Gettin'" by Stan Kenton and His Orchestra featuring Anita O'Day on vocals.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.