Friday, Jan. 23
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
Who: Charles Ross: The One Man Star Wars Trilogy
Where: Eagle Eye Theatre (Squamish)
Ross runs through A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi, playing every character himself, all in the course of an hour. A manic spectacle and a must-see for Star Wars fans. Part of the Howe Sound Arts Association's 2003/04 Performance Season. Tickets $15-$20 available at the door and in advance from Billie's Bouquet, Highland Video and Mostly Books. Ph: 604-898-9411.
What: Rob Funk Fridays
Where: Black's Pub
A night of easy-going rock tunes served up with a smile by local jack-of-all-musical-trades Rob Funk.
Who: Cameron Chu
Where: The Bearfoot Bistro & Champagne Bar
Piano-man Chu and special guest Motown soul-daddy Bobby Taylor set the mood with old-time soul and R&B favourites.
Who: Rob Thompson
Where: Crystal Lounge
Easy-going rock 'n' roll hits with a touch of the blues.
Who: Guitar Doug
Where: Merlin's
Whistler's original acoustic rocker ski bum strums everything from Johnny Cash to Bob Marley to who knows what else. He'll play the ultimate laid back après set, then he's back in the evening to finish the night off right.
Who: John Reynolds
Where: Dubh Linn Gate
The hearty Irish singer/songwriter is known to weave a yarn or two into his set. Music worth a toast of your pint.
Who: WDC
Where: Moe Joe's
Rock covers by Moe Joe's Friday night regulars. DJ Tone Ballone fills in between sets.
What: Das Boot Ballet
Where: Boot Pub
This is not the ballet your mother told you about. Buck-naked babes lose the tutus and flaunt their flexibility. Bring tips.
Who: Monkey Business
Where: Pemberton Hotel
Classic rock.
CLUBS AND DJS
Who: DJ Rob Banks
Where: Garibaldi Lift Co. (GLC)
A funky après set of R&B, soul, hip-hop and reggae.
Who: DJ Rich
Where: Maxx Fish
Top 40 dance tunes.
What: DJ Keph
Where: Garibaldi Lift Co. (GLC)
Sexy lounge grooves, house and breaks.
Who: DJ Peace Frog
Where: Buffalo Bill's
Mainstream dance floor-filling faves to kick off another crazy weekend.
What: Flavour Fridays
Where: Tommy Africa's
DJ Rob Banks throws down hip-hop and R&B hit tracks to kick off a wild weekend. Doors at 9:30 p.m.
Who: DJ Derek
Where: Savage Beagle
Dropping the best Top 40 hip-hop, R&B and house cuts in the red lounge and down below.
Who: DJ Buddha
Where: Dusty's
Buddha is one with everything, from hip-hop, to rock to reggae. Special guest: Freeradio Whistler DJ Tone.
Saturday, Jan. 24
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
What: StimulEYE Fashion Series
Where: MY (Millennium) Place
Unique event fuses eclectic fashions by local designers/retailers, custom food creations and the music of DJ/entertainer CB Shaw. Show runs 4-6 p.m. Tickets $40 includes beverage, appetizers and a souvenir CD. Ph: 604-935-8410.
Who: Charles Ross: The One Man Star Wars Trilogy
Where: MY (Millennium) Place
Ross runs through A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi, playing every character himself, all in the course of an hour. A manic spectacle and a must-see for Star Wars fans. Part of the Whistler Arts Council/MY Place 2003/04 Performance Series. Tickets $17-$20. Ph: 604-935-8410.
What: The Big Bank Theory
Where: Eagle Eye Theatre, Squamish
First hometown screening of director/producer/screenwriter Adriane Polo's latest feature film - a madcap comedy about two dim-witted characters attempting to return stolen money to a church. Tickets $6-$8 available at the door/in advance from Highland Video and Mostly Books. Ph: 604-898-5930.
Who: Cold Snap
What: Saturday Night Live
Where: Dusty's
Psychedelic rockers and jam favourites from the local six-piece band. Impressive roster includes Hairfarmer Grateful Greg, Whole Lotta Led's Creekside Phil and She Stole My Beer's keyboard master Jordan White.
Who: Transmission
Where: Boot Pub
Hard rock played by a hard-working local band. $4 cover. Ph: 604-932-3338.
Who: Rob Thompson
Where: Crystal Lounge
Easy-going rock 'n' roll hits with a touch of the blues
Who: John Reynolds
Where: Dubh Linn Gate
The hearty Irish singer/songwriter is known to weave a yarn or two into his set. Music worth a toast of your pint.
Who: Cameron Chu
Where: The Bearfoot Bistro & Champagne Bar
Piano-man Chu and special guest Motown soul-daddy Bobby Taylor set the mood with old-time soul and R&B favourites.
Who: Rob Funk
Where: Second Cup
Guitar tunes on weekend afternoons for those who want to sit and sip their coffee.
Who: Monkey Business
Where: Pemberton Hotel
Classic rock.
CLUBS AND DJS
Who: DJ Rob Banks
Where: Garibaldi Lift Co. (GLC)
A funky après set of R&B, soul, hip-hop and reggae from 3 to 7 p.m.
Who: DJ Buddha
Where: Merlin's
Buddha is one with everything, from Top 40 to hip-hop to reggae, at après and back again in the evening.
Who: DJ Derek
Where: Savage Beagle
A mix of hip-hop, R&B & Top 40 dance tunes for chilling in the upstairs lounge or getting down in the bass-ment.
Who: DJ Milton
Where: Garibaldi Lift Co. (GLC)
Upbeat house tracks from Whistler's No. 1 DJ.
Who: DJ Rob Banks
Where: Garfinkel's
Hip-hop, dance tracks and old-skool beats.
Who: DJ Peace Frog
Where: Buffalo Bill's
The master of the mainstream mix doin' his thing for the infamous Bill's stagette parties.
Who: DJ Tone Ballone
Where: Moe Joe's
Pop, rock and dance tunes that get the girls dancing on the pool tables.
What: Goodtimes with DJ Trix
Where: Tommy Africa's
Trix is definitely for kids who know how to shake it on the dance floor. Top 40, hip-hop and funky house tracks. Doors at 9:30 p.m.
Who: DJ Skinny
Where: Maxx Fish
Top 40 dance tunes.
LOUNGES, PUBS AND PATIOS
Where: Longhorn Saloon
The prime-positioned bar and patio is internationally renowned as an après spot.
Where: Mallard Lounge at the Fairmont Chateau Whistler
A classic bar for the premium scotch-on-the-rocks set.
Where: Garibaldi Lift Co. (GLC)
A high-ceilinged room on top of the Whistler village gondola station with a sunny deck for checking out hillside action.
Where: Casa Tapas and Wine Bar
The jazzy lounge bar welcomes the funky set that want a relaxed yet more sophisticated night out.
Where: Citta
Citta's has nice long windows and a big deck in the Village Square making it the ideal place to meet or watch the world go by. Voted Best Local Hangout in the Pique's 2003 Best of Whistler poll.
Where: The BrewHouse
Kick back with a locally brewed beer and play a game of pool or two in the casual atmosphere by the creek.
Where: Amsterdam Pub & Café
Right in the heart of Whistler Village. Cool tunes, funky design and a great heated patio perfect for people-watching.
Where: Black's Pub
A cozy spot overlooking the plaza by the Whistler and Blackcomb gondolas.
Where: Tapley's Neighbourhood Pub
The game's always on the big screen TV, plus keno, darts and some of the best value pub food in Whistler.
Where: BBK's Pub
A small, friendly spot in the heart of Blackcomb Village with bartenders who know their wines, and a unique photo gallery.
Where: Merlin's
The popular apres spot at the base of Blackcomb serves up gigantic platters of nachos. Open seven days a week for après and beyond.
Where: Hoz's Pub
In old Creekside, enjoy a true Whistler original with an excellent patio for watching the sun set.
Where: Dusty's
A big room with a fantastic fireplace - the place to be for Creekside après.
Sunday, Jan. 25
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
Who: Valdy
Where: Brackendale Art Gallery
A legendary Canadian folksman performs at the ideal venue - a cozy artistic haven with history and heart. Part of the Gallery's 18 th Annual Brackendale Winter Eagle Festival. Tickets $15. Ph: 604-898-3333.
Who: Rob Funk
Where: Second Cup
Chill guitar tunes on weekend afternoons for those who want to sit and sip their coffee.
Who: D.O.A. with The Antithesis
What: The Punk Night
Where: Boot Pub
Old-school punk for the skaters and anti-club crowd with an opening set by Whistler's newest hardcore rulers and a pre-show book reading by D.O.A. frontman Joey Keithley at 9 p.m. Tickets $10 in advance from The Electric Daisy Internet Cafe and Blueballs Boutique, $12 at the door. Ph: 604-932-3338.
Who: WDC
Where: Crab Shack
High-energy rock and pop-punk covers.
Who: Cameron Chu
Where: The Bearfoot Bistro & Champagne Bar
Piano-man Chu sets the mood with lots of soul, R&B and classic torch favourites.
What: Open Mic night
Where: Crystal Lounge
Humble shower singers and basement guitar gods take the stage for a casual evening of untapped talent.
Who: John Reynolds
Where: Dubh Linn Gate
The hearty Irish singer/songwriter is known to weave a yarn or two into his set. Music worth a toast of your pint.
CLUBS AND DJS
Who: DJ Stoli
Where: Dusty's
Locals' night in the Creek with Stoli sending out everything from hip-hop to funk to disco to rock.
What: Baywatch Babes & Beach Bums
Where: Garfinkel's
A weekly beach-themed party with classic summer anthems from the '80s, '90s and today. Dress in just your beachwear for free cover.
Who: DJ Kid Kio
Where: Garibaldi Lift Co. (GLC)
Upbeat lounge grooves for the après crowd from 3 to 7 p.m.
What: Soul Kitchen - '45 Night
Where: Tommy Africa's
The special this week is Señor Czech, the man that got the Kitchen cooking and Scotty Arkwell, a.k.a. Vinyl Ritchie, playing a set of vintage funk, dancehall reggae and classic 45s - tiny records from deep crates. The granddaddy of Whistler club nights at 11 years and counting. Doors at 9:30 p.m.
Who: DJ Buddha
Where: Merlin's
Buddha is one with everything, from Top 40 to hip-hop to reggae, at après and back again in the evening.
What: Moe Funk with DJ Kyluge the Funksta Queen
Where: Moe Joe's
Dust off your '70s gear and boogie down to all the funk classics.
Who: DJ Richie Rich
Where: Buffalo Bill's
It's Saturday night all over again! Mainstream dance faves keep the weekend alive.
Monday, Jan. 26
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
Who: Nearly Neil
Where: Crab Shack
A Whistler favourite: all the Neil Diamond hits sung by a dead ringer.
Who: The Unknown Soldiers
Where: Boot Pub
Get stoned immaculate at Monday Madness this week with a tribute to the rock enigma that was The Doors. $7 cover. Ph: 604-932-3338.
Who: Bowen Boys
Where: Dubh Linn Gate
Fiddle-driven Celtic, Irish and easy-rock tunes from a pair of local legends. Music worth a toast of your pint.
What: Karaoke Night
Where: Crystal Lounge
Come by in the evening and belt out a rocker to celebrate making it through another crazy weekend.
Who: Cameron Chu
Where: The Bearfoot Bistro & Champagne Bar
Piano-man Chu sets the mood with lots of soul and R&B and classic torch favourites.
What: Open Mic Night
Where: Dusty's
Acoustic stage opportunity for aspiring rockers hosted by Creekside Phil & Grateful Greg, locals with a show or two under their belts. All skill levels welcome.
What: Open Mic Night with Rob Funk
Where: Second Cup
Bring an instrument and join local musician Funk for an open coffee shop jam from 7 to 11 p.m.
What: Open Mic Night
Where: Moe Joe's
Think you've got what it takes to be a musician? Pete and Jason from local band WDC offer the opportunity to put your money where your mouth is. If singing ain't your thing come by at 8:30 p.m. to enter the weekly fooz ball competition.
What: Australia Day Keg Party
Where: Maxx Fish
Whistler's most audible minority celebrate their heritage the best way they know how.
What: Aussie Day Party
Where: Garfinkel's
Top 40 tunes mixed with classic Aussie faves by INXS, Kylie Minogue, AC/DC and more from DJ Trix, plus a Miss Australia contest. G'day! Doors at 9 p.m. Ph: 604-932-1324.
CLUBS AND DJs
Who: DJ Rob Banks
Where: Garibaldi Lift Co. (GLC)
A funky après set of soul, hip-hop, reggae and R&B from 3 to 7 p.m.
Who: DJ Tanner
Where: Savage Beagle
Hip-hop tunes for a full house.
What: '80s Night
Where: Tommy Africa's
DJ Ryder rocks out retro-style for the packed dance floor. Doors at 8:30 p.m. Free cover for the first 50 people and VIP line treatment for '80s outfits!
Tuesday, Jan. 27
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
Who: Los Furios
Where: Tommy Africa's
Vancouver six-piece band plays ska-funk-reggae with a Latin twist. DJ Rob Banks spins hip-hop and dancehall tunes between sets. Tickets $8, available in advance at Bestsellers and Tommy's. Doors at 9:30 p.m.
What: Grizz's Amateur Video Night
Where: Merlin's
A chance for local action filmmakers to showcase ski, snowboard and lifestyle footage on Merlin's giant-screen TV. Maximum 15 minutes each with audience-judged prizes for best footage. Screening starts 8 p.m. Ph: 604-938-7700.
Who: Bowen Boys
Where: Dubh Linn Gate
Fiddle-driven Celtic, Irish and easy-rock tunes from a pair of local legends. Music worth a toast of your pint.
Who: Cameron Chu
Where: The Bearfoot Bistro & Champagne Bar
Piano-man Chu and special guest Motown soul-daddy Bobby Taylor set the mood with old-time soul and R&B favourites.
Who: Leanne Lamour
Where: BBK's Pub
Local gal strums an après set of bluesy-folksy originals laced with harmonica and Irish tin whistle in the cozy Benchlands pub. She's back in the evening from 9 to 11 p.m. for the opening reception of Exotic Landscapes - a new Viseye Photo Gallery exhibit on the pub's walls.
What: Open Mic Night
Where: Black's Pub
Get cozy and check out some new talent at this impromptu showing. Might even be time to put your money where your mouth is and dust off that old guitar.
What: Das Boot Ballet
Where: Boot Pub
This is not the ballet your mother told you about. Buck-naked babes lose the tutus and shake their booty for the boys. Bring tips.
CLUBS AND DJS
Who: DJ Buzz Rocker
Where: Maxx Fish
Top-40 dance tunes.
Who: DJ Ace
Where: Garibaldi Lift Co. (GLC)
Whistler's favourite go-go dancer gets behind the decks and spins an eclectic yard sale of whatever she feels like for the après crowd, from 3 to 7 p.m.
Who: DJ Kori K
Where: Merlin's
Local boy spins funky house for the après crowd.
What: Jungle 'n' Breaks Night
Where: Garfinkel's
Resident Rinse Out night with JnB roster DJs Jungle Souldier, Plastic Surgeon, Logic, Phroh and Toddski. Deep, down & dirty bass and beats.
Who: DJ Seanski
Where: Savage Beagle
Old and new skool hip-hop night, still going strong after all these years.
Who: DJ Peace Frog
Where: Buffalo Bill's
Show Me the Money night - mainstream dance tunes and the chance to walk away $500 richer. Contestants selected from 9 p.m. on.
Who: DJ Noel
Where: Garibaldi Lift Co. (GLC)
Hip-hop and dance tracks in the hillside lounge.
Wednesday, Jan. 28
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
What: StimulEYE Fashion Series
Where: MY (Millennium) Place
Unique event fuses eclectic fashions by local designers/retailers, custom food creations and the music of DJ/entertainer CB Shaw. Show runs 4 to 6 p.m. Tickets $40 includes beverage, appetizers and a souvenir CD. Ph: 604-935-8410.
Who: John Ford
What: The Next Wave
Where: Maxx Fish
Vancouver band launches a new night in Whistler, featuring rock, alt-rock and post-punk tunes by elder statesmen rock 'n' roll DJ Rick Flebbe. $5 cover. Ph: 604-905-0636.
What: Whistler Idol Karaoke
Where: Merlin's
Join host Luscious Lindsay for a night of liquid courage-fuelled singing insanity at the Blackcomb bar. 7-11 p.m.
Who: Cameron Chu
Where: The Bearfoot Bistro & Champagne Bar
Piano-man Chu and special guest Motown soul-daddy Bobby Taylor set the mood with old-time soul and R&B favourites.
Who: Bowen Boys
Where: Dubh Linn Gate
Fiddle-driven Celtic, Irish and easy-rock tunes from a pair of local legends. Music worth a toast of your pint.
Who: Brickhouse
Where: Moe Joe's
Vancouver six-piece band plays jazzy, funky R&B.
Who: Carlos Robinson
Where: Crab Shack
Shack unplugged - acoustic tunes.
What: Das Boot Ballet
Where: Boot Pub
This is not the ballet your mother told you about. Buck-naked babes lose the tutus and shake their booty for the boys. Bring tips.
CLUBS AND DJS
Who: DJ Milton
Where: Garibaldi Lift Co. (GLC)
An après set of funky downtempo house grooves from Whistler's favourite DJ from 3 to 7 p.m.
What: Cash Wednesdays
Where: Tommy Africa's
Regular DJ Gary Moore and special guest Scott Arkwell, a.k.a. Vinyl Ritchie, throw down old and new school grooves, plus the Tommy's go-go squad out in full force and a $100 cash draw at 1 p.m. Doors at 9:30 p.m.
What: Don't Blame Us, Blame...Garfinkel's!
Where: Garfinkel's
This week's theme: the Black & White Ball. Dress to impress and dance to funky, feel-good house grooves by DJ Tom Antenucci.
Who: DJ Phroh
Where: Garibaldi Lift Co. (GLC)
Dancehall reggae and deep bass grooves.
Who: DJ Rossco
Where: Savage Beagle
Hip-hop and R&B from Montreal's finest.
Who: DJ Peace Frog
Where: Buffalo Bill's
The Frog keeps the mid-week vibe alive with mainstream dance floor tunes.
Who: DJ Buzz Rocker
Where: Maxx Fish
Top 40 dance tunes.
Thursday, Jan. 29
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
Who: Greasy Jack 'n' Juice
Where: Crystal Lounge
Rockin' blues from a pair of Pembie boys.
What: Jam Night Thursday
Where: Boot Pub
Open mic and instrumental jam night with house jam band Cold Snap. Plus, a $100 pool tourney, darts and a no techno or R&B guarantee.
Who: Cameron Chu
Where: The Bearfoot Bistro & Champagne Bar
Piano-man Chu and special guest Motown soul-daddy Bobby Taylor set the mood with old-time soul and R&B favourites.
Who: Bowen Boys
Where: Dubh Linn Gate
Fiddle-driven Celtic, Irish and easy-rock tunes from a pair of local legends. Music worth a toast of your pint.
Who: The Leth Dodis Band
Where: Moe Joe's
Rock tunes played by members of local band WDC.
CLUBS AND DJS
Who: DJs Tanner & Arems
Where: Savage Beagle
Hip-hop and dancehall reggae with Faction Sound Crew boys on the decks.
Who: DJ Rob Banks
Where: Garibaldi Lift Co. (GLC)
A funky après set of soul, hip-hop, reggae and R&B from 3 to 7 p.m. Banks comes back in the evening to spin high-energy rap dance tracks.
What: Eye Candy
Where: Tommy Africa's
Hip-hop and Top 40 tunes from DJ Noel Boogie of Gold Coast Funk Royale. Girls get in free! Doors at 9:30 p.m.
What: Bringing Down the House
Where: Buffalo Bill's
Bill's regular DJ Peace Frog throws down funky house grooves.
What: Locals Night
Where: Garfinkel's
Whistler's best local DJs on rotation so the local crowd can dance their local asses off.
Who: DJ Skinny
Where: Maxx Fish
Top 40 dance tunes.
UPCOMING EVENTS
The Apollo Program, Jan. 30.
Wil Mimnaugh, Jan. 31.
All State Champions, Feb. 1.
Slow Nerve Action, Feb. 2.
Naked City Sessions, Feb. 6.
Kitty Kat Revue, Feb. 14.