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.

Thursday, August 31, 2023

Sunrise Serenade: I'm Beginning To See The Light

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "I'm Beginning To See The Light" by Ella Fitzgerald and the Ink Spots.  Enjoy the video from YouTube.

 

Wednesday, August 30, 2023

Playlist For August 30, 2023

The playlist for the August 30, 2023 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

                                              

Sunrise Serenade: Flying Home

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Flying Home" by Ella Fitzgerald with Vic Schoen.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line. 

Tuesday, August 29, 2023

Sunrise Serenade: Dancing In The Dark

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Dancing In The Dark" by Ben Selvin and His Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.  

Monday, August 28, 2023

Sunrise Serenade: Oh, What A Beautiful Morning

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Oh, What A Beautiful Morning" by Bing Crosby and Trudy Erwin.  Enjoy the video from YouTube. 

Friday, August 25, 2023

Sunrise Serenade: Let Me Off Uptown

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Let Me Off Uptown" by Gene Krupa and His Orchestra featuring Anita O'Day on vocals.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line. 

Wednesday, August 23, 2023

Playlist For August 23, 2023

The playlist for the August 23, 2023 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

                                             

Sunrise Serenade: On The Sunny Side Of The Street

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "On The Sunny Side Of The Street" by Tommy Dorsey and His Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.  

Tuesday, August 22, 2023

Sunrise Serenade: Golden Wedding

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Golden Wedding" by Woody Herman and His Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.