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, August 29, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: I Must Have That Man

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "I Must Have That Man" by Ella Fitzgerald. Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.

Thursday, August 28, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: Three Little Words

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Three Little Words" by Ella Fitzgerald and Her Famous Orchestra. Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.

Wednesday, August 27, 2025

Playlist For August 27, 2025

The playlist for the August 27, 2025 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

Sunrise Serenade: Memphis Blues

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Memphis Blues" by Bing Crosby and Ella Fitzgerald. Enjoy the video from YouTube.

Tuesday, August 26, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: Blues In The Night

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Blues In The Night" by Artie Shaw and His Orchestra with Hot Lips Page on vocal. Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.

Monday, August 25, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: You've Got To Blow Your Own Trumpet

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "You've Got To Blow Your Own Trumpet" by Ambrose and His Orchestra. Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.

Friday, August 22, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: Frim Fram Sauce

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Frim Fram Sauce" by the King Cole Trio. Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.

Thursday, August 21, 2025

Sunrise Serenade: Taking A Chance On Love

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Taking A Chance On Love" by Ella Fitzgerald and Her Famous Orchestra. Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.

Wednesday, August 20, 2025

Playlist For August 20, 2025

The playlist for the August 20, 2025 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.

Sunrise Serenade: Ida, Sweet As Apple Cider

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Ida, Sweet As Apple Cider" by Glenn Miller and His Orchestra with Tex Beneke on vocal. Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Archive.org and its Great 78 Project.