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, July 29, 2022

Sunrise Serenade: That's A Plenty

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "That's A Plenty" by Sidney Bechet. Enjoy the video from YouTube.

Thursday, July 28, 2022

Playlist For July 27, 2022

The playlist for the July 27, 2022 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

Sunrise Serenade: Here Comes The Sun

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Here Comes The Sun" by the Boswell Sisters. Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.

Wednesday, July 27, 2022

Sunrise Serenade: The Chant

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "The Chant" by Artie Shaw and His Orchestra. Enjoy the video from YouTube.

Tuesday, July 26, 2022

Sunrise Serenade: Bei Mir Bist Du Schon

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Bei Mir Bist Du Schon" by the Andrews Sisters. Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.

Monday, July 25, 2022

Sunrise Serenade: Until The Real Thing Comes Along

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Until The Real Thing Comes Along" by the Ink Spots. Enjoy the video from YouTube.

Friday, July 22, 2022

Sunrise Serenade: Benny Rides Again

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Benny Rides Again" by Benny Goodman and His Orchestra. Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.

Thursday, July 21, 2022

Sunrise Serenade: Cole Slaw

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Cole Slaw" by Louis Jordan and His Tympany Five. Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.

Wednesday, July 20, 2022

Playlist For July 20, 2022

The playlist for the July 20, 2022 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

Sunrise Serenade: Ain't Misbehavin'

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Ain't Misbehavin'" by Fats Waller. Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.