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.

Monday, October 31, 2022

Sunrise Serenade: Sing, Baby, Sing

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Sing, Baby, Sing" by Bob Crosby and His Orchestra. Enjoy the video from YouTube.

Friday, October 28, 2022

Sunrise Serenade: Sing Me A Swing Song (And Let Me Dance)

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Sing Me A Swing Song (And Let Me Dance)" by Chick Webb and His Orchestra with Ella Fitzgerald on vocal. Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.

Thursday, October 27, 2022

Sunrise Serenade: Jersey Bounce

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Jersey Bounce" by Benny Goodman and His Orchestra. Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.

Wednesday, October 26, 2022

Playlist For October 26, 2022

The playlist for the October 26, 2022 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

Sunrise Serenade: The Strip Polka

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "The Strip Polka" by Johnny Mercer. Enjoy the video from YouTube.

Tuesday, October 25, 2022

Sunrise Serenade: Pecos Bill

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Pecos Bill" by Roy Rogers. Enjoy the video from YouTube.

Monday, October 24, 2022

Sunrise Serenade: Barnyard Boogie

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Barnyard Boogie" by Louis Jordan. Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.

Friday, October 21, 2022

Sunrise Serenade: Minnie The Moocher

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Minnie The Moocher" by Cab Calloway and His Orchestra. Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.

Thursday, October 20, 2022

Sunrise Serenade: I Wonder Who Made Rhythm

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "I Wonder Who Made Rhythm" by Valaida Snow. Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.

Wednesday, October 19, 2022

Playlist For October 19, 2022 - Fall Pledge Drive Special

The playlist for the October 19, 2022 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle -Fall Pledge Drive Special: Harvest Moon - has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.