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January 4-10 Friday, Jan. 4 ON STAGE Who: Mike Allen Trio Where: Maurice Young Millennium Place, 8 p.m. Tenor saxophonist Mike Allen brings his trio to MY Place tonight. The group play songs from their CD Change Is.

January 4-10

Friday, Jan. 4

ON STAGE

Who:

Mike Allen Trio

Where:

Maurice Young Millennium Place, 8 p.m.

Tenor saxophonist Mike Allen brings his trio to MY Place tonight. The group play songs from their CD Change Is. The Mike Allen Trio is the third group in the three-part Season Your Winter jazz concert series. They also play Saturday night at MY Place. See article.

Who:

Ecclestons

Where:

Dubh Linn Gate

Live Irish tunes at the pub. Enjoy the new year fireside with a Guinness.

Who:

Pete and Chad

Where:

Cinnamon Bear

Join Pete and Chad apres-ski and get toasty with a toddy, every Friday.

Who:

Hairfarmers

What:

Payday Friday

Where:

Merlin’s

Folksy psychedelic rock from the duo of Guitar Doug and Grateful Greg, a.k.a. the Hairfarmers.

Who:

Rob Thompson

Where:

Crystal Lounge

Rob Thompson goes solo at the Lounge tonight, grab a pint and have a listen at the lounge.

Who:

Michael Sicoly

Where:

Mallard Lounge

Adult contemporary tunes for your apres-ski listening, at the Mallard.

Who:

The Cameron Chu Jazz Trio

Where:

The Bearfoot Bistro

Smooth jazzy sounds from Cameron and guests, as well as a glass of wine from one of the finest selections in town.

What:

Das Boot Ballet

Where:

The Boot Pub

The only place in town to enjoy adult beverages and adult entertainment, Saturday as well.

CLUBS AND DJS

Who:

Passion Fridays

Where:

Tommy Africa’s

Whistler’s own DJ Erin keeps grooving all night long with an incredibly delicious mix of funky vocal house including UK re-mixes.

What:

Fresh Fridays

Who:

DJ R3

Where:

Garfinkel’s

DJ R3 spins his local favourites so you can cut a rug.

Who:

DJ Peace Frog

Where:

Buffalo Bill’s

Classic tunes from Peace Frog, while you linger for a bevvie.

What:

Double Ought Buck

Where:

Maxx Fish

Double Ought Buck with dj brokenarrow at Maxx Fish. Classic yet nouveau sounds.

Who:

DJ Derek

Where

: Savage Beagle

Not to be disappointed, DJ Derek plays hip hop, top 40 and R&B. Come check it out!

Who:

DJ Ghetto Boy

What:

Honey

Where:

Dusty’s

Beautifully sweet drippin’ honey grooves with DJ Ghetto Boy. Sweet….

PUBS & PATIOS

Where:

Citta

Located in the centre of the action, it’s the top spot for people watching. Stay warm under the patio heaters or relax upstairs in the pool room.

Where:

Amsterdam Café

This little spot in the village has it all – music, food and drinks – day and night. Great place to watch or interact with the local colour.

Where:

BBK’s Pub

It’s a locals’ favourite for unwinding after a hard day. This cozy pub in the Upper Village has a fine selection of B.C. wines and micro-brewed beer, as well as an outstanding menu. Settle in on their couches for a game of cards or gab with their colourful bartenders. "We Be Smoke-free!"

Where:

Tapley’s Neighbourhood Pub

Casual atmosphere for warm conversation and cold beer. Bar staff operate a not-too-loud sound system of rock and roll numbers and the outdoor patio gives patrons the best air in the world.

Where:

Black’s Pub

Located at the base of the Village Gondolas, with awesome views of both mountains. Enjoy their telescope to skier watch or star gaze. Fabulous food, 99 brands of beer, 40 scotches.

Where:

The Brew House

Great bar food and drinks, as well as a big screen TV – all the comforts of home minus the remote control. The bar staff also pump out classic rock and top 40 from the sound system.

Where:

Hoz’s Pub

Down to earth pub but still in that Whistler style. Just a hop, skip and a jump from that brisk walk on the Valley Trail in Whistler Creekside.

Saturday, Jan. 5

LIVE & LOVING IT

Who:

Xavier Rudd

Where:

The Shack

In from Australia for his first Canadian appearance, Xavier Rudd entertains with his didgeridoo (that’s a musical instrument).

Who:

Mike Allen Trio

Where:

Maurice Young Millennium Place

See Friday’s listings.

Who:

Ecclestons

Where:

Dubh Linn Gate

See Friday’s listings.

What:

Reggae Night

Where:

Merlin’s

Heavy D is buying and the best tunes are jamming at this Club Shred night. Get those three little birds on your shoulder, mon.

Who:

Rob Thompson

Where:

Crystal Lounge

See Friday’s listings.

Who:

Michael Sicoly

Where:

Mallard Lounge

See Friday’s listings.

CLUBS AND DJS

Who:

DJ Chris Viner

What:

Hubba Hubba

Where:

Tommy Africa’s

DJ Chris Viner brings you deep soulful grooves to free the mind, body, and spirit, part of the real underground. Deep house and some Afro tribal/vocal influences included.

Who:

DJ Derek

Where:

Savage Beagle

See Friday’s listings.

Who:

DJ Peace Frog

Where:

Buffalo Bill’s

Peace Frog plays. Check out the virtual ski machine.

Who:

DJ Stoli

Where:

Garfinkel’s

Stoli mixes up your favourites for a Saturday night boogie or barfly mode.

Who:

DJ Keph

What:

Super Funk

Where:

Maxx Fish

Tracks from DJ Keph’s mixed bag of funky tricks.

Who:

DJ Larry

Where:

Dusty’s

Tunes from Larry at the foot of the mountain. Come to the Creek!

Sunday, Jan. 6

ON THE MIC

Who:

Blinded with guests Stutterfly

What:

Punk Night

Where:

The Boot

Alternative punk rock with Blinded and friends, tonight at the Boot.

Who:

Whole Damn County

Where:

The Shack

Come hear Whistler’s fave cover band. Relax on a Sunday with a martini or tea at the Shack.

Who:

Olaf Deshields

Where:

The Mallard Lounge

Olaf plays songs to accompany your post-hill relax. Come sit fireside at the lounge with a hot toddy.

Who:

Rob Thompson Duo

Where:

Dubh Linn Gate

See Friday’s listings.

CLUBS AND DJS

Who:

DJ Expo

Where

: Tommy Africa’s

Funky house music, in from Vancouver.

Who:

DJ Def Star Dub

Where

: Savage Beagle

Bad-ass beats at the Beagle

What:

Hip Hop Night

Where

: Garfinkel’s

Fresh and unique drum and bass sounds of Perfect Combo, with your host Matt the Alien.

Monday, Jan. 7

IN THE SPOTLIGHT

Who:

Cold Snap

Where:

Boot Pub

Pink Floyd, Allman Brothers and a Zeppelin contingency, all in one. Come get covered! See story.

Who:

Guitar Doug

Where:

Merlin’s

Time to buy the co-workers a pint. Come down for the rockin’ party with Guitar Doug, centre stage.

Who:

Olaf Deshields

Where:

Mallard Lounge

See Sunday’s listings.

Who:

Rob Thompson Duo

Where:

Dubh Linn Gate

See Friday’s listings.

CLUBS AND DJS

What:

Shits and Giggles

Where:

Maxx Fish

DJ Scott Arkwell spins live tonight at Maxx.

Who:

DJ Laurent de St. Laurent and Kid Kio from Tokyo

What:

Fight Club

Where

: Garfinkel’s

Two DJ’s mix it up with their own special blend Sunday at Garf’s.

Who:

DJ Deebo

What:

Magnum Opus

Where:

Tommy Africa’s

Eight years running for this retro boogie night. Dress to impress with your Elton John platforms to boot! Prizes for the best sequined halters and polyester anything.

What:

Drive

Where:

Savage Beagle

Funky house with Milton and guests.

Tuesday, Jan. 8

IN THE FLESH

What:

Open Mic

Where:

Amsterdam Pub Café

Tune up your guitars and come jam on Tuesdays. Play with Whistler’s best local musicians on the open stage. Randy of Whistler Music is the evening’s host.

Who:

Rob Thompson Duo

Where:

Dubh Linn Gate

See Friday’s listings.

What:

Disco Fever

Who:

Olaf Deshields

Where:

Mallard Lounge

See Sunday’s listings.

What:

Das Boot Ballet

Where:

Boot Pub

See Friday’s listings.

CLUBS AND DJS

Who:

Jungle Soldier and Verbal Assassin

What:

Phat Tuesdays

Where:

Tommy Africa’s

Drum ’n bass and the freshest, fattest Whistler vibe.

What:

Disco Fever

Where:

Moe Joe’s

Still dolling out wads of cash for velour collars and really bad belt buckles. Come on out!

Who:

DJ Miguel Sanchez

Where:

Garfinkel’s

DJ Sanchez gets the centre stage rockin’ and lips talking, tonight at Garf’s.

Who:

DJ Seanski

Where:

Savage Beagle

The longest running hip-hop night in Whistler.

What:

DJ Don Juan

Where:

Maxx Fish

DJ Don Juan plays to the crowd, tonight at Maxx Fish.

Wednesday, Jan. 9

ALIVE & KICKING

What:

Open Mic Night

Where:

Second Cup Café

Coffee house rock. Open floor for all musicians to croon ’til sunrise – well, at least ’til close. Whistler Music supplies the mic, bring your own instruments and enjoy an espresso.

Who:

Rob Thompson Duo

Where:

Dubh Linn Gate

See Sunday’s listings.

Who:

Michael Sicoly

Where:

Mallard Lounge

See Friday’s listings.

What:

Das Boot Ballet

Where:

Boot Pub

See Friday’s listings.

CLUBS AND DJS

Who:

Country DJ Legend Ian Shaw

What:

Rockin’ Rodeo

Where:

Tommy Africa’s

A country hoe-down with country DJ legend Ian Shaw. Strap on yer spurs, polish yer belt buckle and put on yer best cowboy hat. Whistler’s only country night at the clubs – honky-tonk, rockabilly and a special guest appearance by the Naughty Cowgirls.

What:

Vinyl Survivor

Where:

Merlin’s

DJ Vars with VS says if you’ve got some albums and some friends, come on out and spin some wheels of steel tonight.

Who:

DJ Czech

Where:

Garfinkel’s

DJ Czech spins beats for you, apres-ski and into vinyl mode.

Who:

Matt the Alien and Kilo Cee

What:

Spare Grooves Hip Hop Night

Where:

Maxx Fish

Whistler’s premiere Hip Hop night. Two DJs, four turntables, unlimited energy!

What:

Wiggle

Where:

Savage Beagle

DJ Milton vs. Rabid tonight bring you tech house and tribal beats.

What:

Dance night for all your local staffers

Where:

Moe Joe’s

Cut loose and tie one on at this underground dance cave.

Who:

DJ Diamond Doug

Where:

Buffalo Bill’s

Classic trax in a classic Whistler night spot.

Thursday, Jan. 10

ACOUSTICALLY INCLINED

Who:

Xavier Rudd

Where:

Crystal Lounge

Mesmerizing and passionate music from Aussie Xavier Rudd, once again back in town. He plays the didgeridoo, guitar, and harmonica.

Who:

Murphy’s Lagh

Where:

Dubh Linn Gate

Celtic tunes and guitar strumming from the Murphy’s Lagh clan. Ah, Guinness.

Who:

Michael Sicoly

Where:

Mallard Lounge

See Friday’s listings.

Who:

Local jam night

Where:

Boot Pub

It’s open mic – come jam with musicians from around the valley with your best ditties on call.

CLUBS AND DJS

What:

Ladies’ Night

Where:

Moe Joe’s

All for the women. Ladies’ night looks good, smells good – it’s all good.

What:

Killer Karoake!

Where:

Merlin’s

Back by popular demand. Your turn to shine at the mic with your best Righteous Brothers rendition.

What:

Waxed

Where:

Savage Beagle

The finest mix of hip hop and deep house with the finest mix of DJs at the Beagle.

Who:

DJ Peace Frog

Where:

Buffalo Bill’s

See Saturday’s listings.

Who:

MC Velvet K

What:

Disco Eruption

Where:

Tommy Africa’s

Play that funky music, white boy. The biggest disco night comes to Whistler. This DJ plays the biggest club night in Vancouver, Tuesdays at the Commodore.

Who:

DJ Stoli

What:

Locals’ Night

Where:

Garfinkel’s

Still the best locals’ night 10 years running. DJ Stoli with guest DJ Erin shake things up down below.