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.

Wednesday, April 28, 2021

Playlist For April 28, 2021

The playlist for the April 28, 2021 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

Sunrise Serenade: Ida, Sweet As Apple Cider

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Ida, Sweet As Apple Cider" by the Mills Brothers. Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.

Tuesday, April 27, 2021

Sunrise Serenade: Dolores

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Dolores" by Tommy Dorsey and His Orchestra with Frank Sinatra and the Pied Pipers on vocals. Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.

Monday, April 26, 2021

Sunrise Serenade: Darktown Strutters Ball

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Darktown Strutters Ball" by Jimmy Dorsey and His Orchestra with June Richmond on vocals. Enjoy the video from YouTube.

Friday, April 23, 2021

Sunrise Serenade: Forty-Second Street

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Forty-Second Street" by the Boswell Sisters. Enjoy the video from YouTube.

Thursday, April 22, 2021

Sunrise Serenade: Lulu's Back In Town

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Lulu's Back In Town" by Fats Waller. Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.

Wednesday, April 21, 2021

Playlist For April 21, 2021

The playlist for the April 21, 2021 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

Sunrise Serenade: Do Nothing Till You Hear From Me

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Do Nothing Till You Hear From Me" by Count Basie and His Orchestra. Enjoy the video from YouTube.

Tuesday, April 20, 2021

Sunrise Serenade: Limehouse Blues

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Limehouse Blues" by the Mills Brothers. Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.

Monday, April 19, 2021

Sunrise Serenade: There'll Be Some Changes Made

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "There'll Be Some Changes Made" by Mildred Bailey and Her Oxford Greys. Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.