Swing Shift Shuffle

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, May 15, 2020

Sunrise Serenade: The Jumping Jive

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "The Jumping Jive" by the Andrews Sisters. Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.

Wednesday, May 13, 2020

Playlist For May 13, 2020

The playlist for the May 13, 2020 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

Sunrise Serenade: Boogie Woogie

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Boogie Woogie" by Tommy Dorsey and His Orchestra. Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.

Tuesday, May 12, 2020

Sunrise Serenade: A Hundred Years From Today

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "A Hundred Years From Today" by Jack Teagarden and His Orchestra. Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.

Monday, May 11, 2020

Sunrise Serenade: The Lady's In Love With You

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "The Lady's In Love With You" by Glenn Miller and His Orchestra. Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.

Friday, May 8, 2020

Sunrise Serenade: Button Up Your Overcoat

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Button Up Your Overcoat" by Johnny Mercer. Enjoy the video from YouTube.

Thursday, May 7, 2020

Sunrise Serenade: You're Getting To Be A Habit With Me

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "You're Getting To Be A Habit With Me" by Phil Harris and His Orchestra. Enjoy the video from YouTube.

Wednesday, May 6, 2020

Playlist For May 6, 2020

The playlist for the May 6, 2020 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

Sunrise Serenade: Shuffle Off To Buffalo

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Shuffle Off To Buffalo" by the Boswell Sisters. Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.

Monday, May 4, 2020

Sunrise Serenade: With Plenty Of Money And You

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "With Plenty Of Money And You" by Henry Busse and His Orchestra. Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.