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.

Thursday, July 31, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: Shoo Fly Pie And Apple Pan Dowdy

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Shoo Fly Pie And Apple Pan Dowdy" by Dinah Shore. Enjoy the video from YouTube.

Wednesday, July 30, 2025

Playlist For July 30, 2025

The playlist for the July 30, 2025 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

Sunrise Serenade: Sweet Georgia Brown

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Sweet Georgia Brown" by Harry James and His Orchestra. Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.

Tuesday, July 29, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: I'm Gonna Be A Bad Girl

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "I'm Gonna Be A Bad Girl" by Orrin Tucker and His Orchestra with "Wee" Bonnie Baker on vocal. Enjoy the video from YouTube.

Monday, July 28, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: I'm Always Chasing Rainbows

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "I'm Always Chasing Rainbows" by Benny Goodman and His Orchestra with Helen Forrest on vocal. Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.

Friday, July 25, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: Summertime

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Summertime" by Billie Holiday and Her Orchestra. Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.

Thursday, July 24, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: Hi Ho Trailus Boot Whip

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Hi Ho Trailus Boot Whip" by Anita O'Day. Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.

Wednesday, July 23, 2025

Playlist For July 23, 2025

The playlist for the July 23, 2025 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

Sunrise Serenade: Heartbreaker

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Heartbreaker" by the Andrews Sisters. Enjoy the video from YouTube.

Tuesday, July 22, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: The Lady From St. Paul

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "The Lady From St. Paul" by Glen Gray and the Casa Loma Orchestra. Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.