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Week of March 16-23, 2006

Thursday, March16

LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS

What: Reggae Night Cero presents WWC World WIde Collaboration with live reggae grooves with locals Kostaman & DJ Phroh. Doors 8 p.m.

Where: Moe Joe’s

What: Variety Show The sensational multi-talented Steve Jiu hosts a competition of rap battles, spoken word, karaoke and open jams for great prizes.

Where: Crystal Lounge

What: Open Mic Grab an instrument and some liquid courage and join G Willy on an open stage at 9 p.m.

Where: Joey Chan’s

What: Open Mic Guitar, drums and/or vocals, pick your poison.

Where: Boot Pub

Who: Cameron Chu Live jazz, soul and R&B with the house piano man and guests.

Where: Bearfoot Bistro & Champagne Bar

Who: Gordo Plus One Veteran musician covers decades of great roots, blues and rock n' roll with lead guitar from Pierre Eady.

Where: Pemberton Hotel

Who: The Bowen Boys Duo Toe tapping favorites and Celtic traditional tunes from guest performers. Apres 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Evening 8 p.m. to midnight.

Where: Dubh Linn Gate Pub

Who: Michael Sicoly Whistler’s own piano man always gets the dance floor rocking. Shows 3:30-5:30 p.m. and 9 p.m. to midnight.

Where: Mallard Lounge

What: Club Shred Weekly rotation of live local musicians play cover favourites for Club Shred. Apres with DJ Buddah and evening with Celtic ditties from Greg Kelly.

Where: Merlin’s

CLUBS AND DJs

What: Red Velvet Classic house and funky beats from your host DJ Parris.

Where: Maxx Fish

What: Locals Night Popular party night around these parts with local DJs on the decks.

Where: Garfinkel’s

What: Party Beats DJ Nooks picks the biggest club anthems to hit the charts along with funky fresh house. Don’t miss the booty shakin’ talents of the go go girls. Doors 9 p.m.

Where: Tommy’s

Who: Ace & Milton DJ Ace spins old funk, indie rock and electronic for apres at 2:30 p.m. DJs Milton and Toddski Break Down the House with funky beats and bass to get your ass movin’ after 8:30 p.m.

Where: GLC

Friday, March17

LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS

What: The St. Patrick's Day High energy Celtic & Irish pub favourites from the infamous Bowen Boys all day long. The live trio will kick up a reel from 1-3 p.m., 4-6 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. First Guinness poured at 9 a.m. Expect line ups out the door all day for Whistler’s biggest Irish day bash. Celtic food menu all day.

Where: Dubh Linn Gate Pub

What: St. Patty’s Day The man, the hair, the legend Guitar Doug strums cover and celtic favourites worth a toast of your pint from 11:30 to 1 a.m.

Where: Black’s Pub

Who: Pickled Livers With a name like that, you know this rowdy roster of local musicians know how to party for St. Patty’s Day with plenty of covers and Celtic tunes.

Where: Merlin’s

Who: Leanne Lamour Local acoustic folk-rock songstress, whose tunes you’ve probably heard around Whistler’s outdoor summer farmer’s market, joins fellow guests for live Celtic fiddlin’ fun.

Where: Howe Sound Inn in Squamish

 

Who: Cameron Chu Live jazz, soul and R&B with the house piano man and guests.

Where: Bearfoot Bistro & Champagne Bar

Who: Michael Sicoly Whistler’s own piano man always gets the dance floor rocking. Shows 3:30-5:30 p.m. and 9 p.m. to midnight.

Where: Mallard Lounge

Who: Diago’s Umbrella The San Francisco surf band blends Latin, rock, dance hall, country and pop for lively show.

Where: Cinnamon Bear @ The Hilton

What: Open Mic Jam Join Dr. Dave for acoustic jams with an open stage.

Where: BBK’s (Upper Village)

Who: Kel & Joel Live acoustic tunes.

Where: Tapley’s Sports Bar

Who: Rob Tamblyn Acoustic originals and covers from downunder guitarist who recently scored runner up at the Whistler 2006 Battle of the Bands.

Where: Crystal Lounge

What: Shows all-day long Legendary local duo Guitar Doug and Grateful Greg from 8:30-11:30 a.m. on the GLC patio. Dj Ricochet for apres set. DJ Chris Viner on deck for evening show with house, afro beat and soulful rhythms.

Where: GLC

Who: Monkey Business Classic rock.

Where: Pemberton Hotel

CLUBS AND DJs

What: Hip hop Patty DJ Easy Leigh plays the luck of the Irish party with dancehall, hip hop and house for St. Patrick’s Day festivities. Doors 8 p.m.

Where: Moe Joe’s

What: St. Patty’s Day Green beer all around on Whistler’s busiest patio located at the bottom of Whistler and Blackcomb Mountain. Cheap pool to boot.

Where: Longhorn Saloon

What: Shamrock Shenanigans Celebrate the Irish by keeping company with one. Ireland’s own Peter Vambeck (Dj Guggi) is on deck with local turntablist DJ Figo with electro, house and breaks. Prizes for best Irish costume. Tickets $10. Doors 9 p.m.

Where: Maxx Fish

What: St. Patrick Day Party Pull out your leprechaun stockings and green anything to party on one of Whistler’s favourite patio hangouts.

Where: Citta

What: Retro Top 40 Party like you are Nikki Sixx to one hit wonders and old school dance tracks supplied by DJ Trix. Doors 9 p.m.

Where: Tommy Africa’s

Who: DJ Peter Vambeck Soulful, jazzy house music with Latin notes from Irish turntablist from 3:30-6:30 p.m.

Where: Four Seasons Fifty Two 80 Bistro & Bar

What: Jump Off Fridays Hip-hop, funk, and dancehall with resident TMS DJ crew.

Where: Savage Beagle

What: VIP Fridays Hip-hop club bangers and dancehall grinders with DJ Rosco.

Where: Garfinkel’s

Who: DJ Peacefrog A mainstream mix of tunes that gets the dance floor going.

Where: Buffalo Bill’s

Saturday, March18

LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS

Who: Guitar Doug & Shannon Saunders High-spirited guitar and fiddle duo covering all the Irish classics. Apres 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Evening 8 p.m. to midnight.

Where: Dubh Linn Gate Pub

Who: Diago’s Umbrella The San Francisco surf band blends Latin, rock, dance hall, country and pop for lively show.

Where: Cinnamon Bear @ The Hilton

Who: Wes Mackey Old-time authentic South Carolina blues. Shows 3:30-5:30 p.m. and 9 p.m. to midnight.

Where: Mallard Lounge

Who: Dr. Dave All your cover favourites from local favourite.

Where: Crystal Lounge

Who: The Hairfarmers Legendary local duo Guitar Doug and Grateful Greg for apres. Grateful Greg joins fellow rockers for Cold Snap at 10 p.m.

Where: Dusty’s

Who: Cameron Chu Live jazz, soul and R&B with the house piano man and guests.

Where: Bearfoot Bistro & Champagne Bar

Who: Downtown Jay Brown Acoustic covers from local rocker from 3-6 p.m.

Where: Citta

What: Martini Retro Night The gay/lesbian event of entertainment, drag queens and door prizes raises funds for the Whistler Food Bank. Cover $7.

Where: South Side Diner

Who: Monkey Business Classic rock.

Where: Pemberton Hotel

CLUBS AND DJs

Who: DJ Switch DJ Switch keeps the party going until the late night hours.

Where: Longhorn Saloon

Who: DJ Easy Leigh Local turntable master pumps up crowds with house, hip hop and dancehall. Doors 8 p.m.

Where: Moe Joe’s

What: Goodtimes The hottest Top 40, R&B and club tracks on the charts from DJ John Hammer. Doors 9 p.m.

Where: Tommy Africa’s

Who: Mark Krstich Wind down from the slopes with funky grooves from local DJ from 3:30-6:30 p.m.

Where: Four Seasons Fifty Two 80 Bistro & Bar

What: The Big Party Saturday night goes big with hop-hop hits from DJ Rob Banks.

Where: Garfinkel’s

Who: DJ Peacefrog A mainstream mix of tunes that gets the dance floor going.

Where: Buffalo Bill’s

Who: Buddah Slow Nerve Action’s DJ Buddah on deck for apres.

Where: Merlin’s

Who: DJ Dagan & Mr. Fister Local turntable talent spins your favourites for apres. Mr. Fister takes over with wicked beats and electro breaks for evening show.

Where: GLC

Sunday, March19

LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS

What: Comedy Night International guest comedians tickle the funny bone at 7:15 p.m.

Where: Buffalo Bill’s

What: The Punk Night Whistler’s ultimate anti-club night. This week five punk-metal bands roll into town with The Frost Bite Tour, including Death By Stereo, Bigwig, Big D and the Kids Table, The Flatliners and The Brat Attack. Advanced $15 tickets at Willy’s or $20 at the door. Show 8:30 p.m. to 1 a.m. close.

Where: Garfinkel’s

Who: Sean Rose Rhythm and blues review with Sean Rose every Sunday at local hangout. Show 9 p.m. to close.

Where: BBK’s (Upper Village)

Who: G Willy Acoustic favourites from local rocker from 2-6 p.m. Kids welcome.

Where: Brewhouse Pub

What: Live Acoustic favourites from local musicians from 10 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Where: Brandy’s @ The Keg

what: Jam Session Play along side the best with Reggae Master Kostaman leading the way. Show 9 p.m.

Where: Crystal Lounge

Who: Double D Acoustic covers from local rockers from 3-6 p.m.

Where: Citta

Who: Wes Mackey Old-time authentic South Carolina blues. Shows 3:30-5:30 p.m. and 9 p.m. to midnight.

Where: Mallard Lounge

Who: Guitar Doug & Shannon Saunders High-spirited guitar and fiddle duo covering all the Irish classics. Apres 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Evening 8 p.m. to midnight.

Where: Dubh Linn Gate Pub

CLUBS AND DJs

What: SIN Sunday Local turntable talent DJ Diamond D, Liger an Back@Cha is in school for Whistler University with hip hop, Top 40 and dancehall. Doors 8 p.m.

Where: Moe Joe’s

Who: Hairfarmers & Banks Legendary duo Guitar Doug and Grateful Greg for apres at 2:30 p.m. DJ Rob Banks heats up the evening for the Fire and Ice Afterparty at 8:30 p.m.

Where: GLC

What: Locals Night End the weekend of madness with DJ Push N’ Play and Atomic Ski giveaway.

Where: Longhorn Saloon

What: Soul Kitchen Local DJs at the kitchen tables with Whistler’s hottest go go girls for company. This week DJ Jon Lee is on deck with deep house and funky breaks to accompany Whistler’s hottest go go dancers. Doors 9 p.m.

Where: Tommy Africa’s

Who: DJ Buddah Slow Nerve Action’s DJ is on deck for apres.

Where: Merlin’s

Monday, March20

LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS

What: Monday Madness Weekly rotation of guest bands from all over North America. This week Mad Caps brings jazz-funk infused rock to locals’ living room.

Where: Boot Pub

Who: Guitar Doug The man, the hair, the legend. Doug strums tunes worth a toast of your pint. Apres 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Evening show 8 p.m. to midnight.

Where: Dubh Linn Gate

Who: Wes Mackey Old-time authentic South Carolina blues. Shows 3:30-5:30 p.m. and 9 p.m. to midnight.

Where: Mallard Lounge

What: Karaoke Night Take the mic and let yourself go- "I Will Survive" won’t sing itself.

Where: Crystal Lounge

What: Open Mic Strum out all your favourites with Dr. Dave.

Where: Tapley’s Lounge

CLUBS AND DJs

What: Creekside Showdown Local turntablists battle it out every Monday until April 3 when a winner takes home bragging rights. Show on deck at 9 p.m.

Where: Joey Chan’s Creekside Chinese eatery

What: Martini Mondays It’s shakin’ not stirred with DJ Parris pouring a tasty elixir of classic funk, hip-hop and breaks.

Where: Maxx Fish

What: ‘80s Night Retro tracks from DJ Ryder. Free cover for ‘80s outfits! Doors 9 p.m.

Where: Tommy Africa’s

Who: J-Rawks DJ J-Rawks spins what she wants for apres.

Where: Merlin’s

Who: DJ Pete Tong The man behind the inspiration of All Gong Pete Tong and the champion of the dance music sub-culture makes legendary appearance in Whistler. Advance $25 tickets available at Electric Daisy. Eighty tickets saved for night of with preference given to those dressed up in shiny Las Vegas costume for theme party.

Where: Garfinkel’s

What: Underground Sessions House music at its finest with DJ Peter Vambeck and DJ Mark Krstich playing electrohouse and breaks. Doors 8 p.m.

Where: Moe Joe’s

Who: Milton & Foxy DJ Milton gets funky for apres . DJ Foxy Moron takes over for evening with old school funk, indie rock and electronic at 8:30 p.m.

Where: GLC

Tuesday, March21

LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS

Who:Rob Tamblyn Original and cover acoustic favourites with runner up of the 2006 Whistler Battle of the Bands from 5-8 p.m.

Where: Crystal Lounge

Who: G-Willy Acoustic cover favourites at the Creekside Chinese eatery. Show 9 p.m.

Where: Joey Chan’s

Who: Jay Greenway Acoustic favourites at tucked away tapa bar.

Where: 21 Steps The Attic

WHO: Guitar Doug The man, the hair, the legend. Doug strums tunes worth a toast of your pint. Apres 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Evening show 8 p.m. to midnight.

Where: Dubh Linn Gate

Who: Wes Mackey Old-time authentic South Carolina blues. Shows 3:30-5:30 p.m. and 9 p.m. to midnight.

Where: Mallard Lounge

What: Rocket Lounge The local hangout night hosts a late night miniramp skate. Some decks and helmets available or bring your own. Snacks and non-alcoholic drinks on hand. Free for LUNA members (ages 18-29) and $2 for non-members. Open 8-11 p.m.

Where: MY Millennium Place

What: Das Boot Ballet This is not the ballet your mother told you about. Naked babes shakin’ it three nights a week.

Where: Boot Pub

CLUBS AND DJs

What: 90s Night DJ Rob Banks unearths all your decade-old favourites. Doors 9 p.m.

Where: Tommy Africa’s

What: Play Every week guest DJs from Kori K.

Where: Garfinkel’s

What: Hipnodic Hip hop, funk, R&B, reggae, dance hall and old school beats with DJ Seanski.

Where: Maxx Fish

What: Celebration The Faction Sound Crew dial up hip hop for Whistler’s smallest nightclub and biggest party. Locals free cover before 10 p.m. Ladies never wait in line.

Where: Savage Beagle

Who: Classified Juno-nominee rapper Classified hails from Halifax with hip hop music. Advanced $10 tickets available at Electric Daisy or The Circle. Doors 8 p.m.

Where:Moe Joe’s

Who: Kio & Ritchie DJ Kio spins all your favourites for apres at 2:30 p.m. It’s funk 45s all night long with DJ Vinyl Ritchie playin’ original b-boy breaks, rare grooves and plenty of reggae at 8:30 p.m.

Where: GLC

Who: djtone Local DJ spins Solar Tribe ambient vibe for apres.

Where: Merlin’s

Wednesday, March22

LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS

WHo: Five Alarm Funk Vancouver’s own 12-piece afro-funk orchestra celebrates the release of its debut album.

Where: Garfinkel’s

WHat: Kareoke Kung Fu Hustle won’t sing itself. Join the sensational Steve Jiu at the Creekside Chinese eatery at 9 p.m.

Where: Joey Chan’s

WHO: Guitar Doug The man, the hair, the legend. Doug strums tunes worth a toast of your pint. Apres 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Evening show 8 p.m. to midnight.

Where: Dubh Linn Gate

WHO: Wes Makepeace & Jay Greenway Acoustic rockers by two local boys.

Where: BBK’s (Upper Village)

Who: Rob Lee All your cover favourites. Shows 3:30-5:30 p.m. and 9 p.m. to midnight.

Where: Mallard Lounge

What: Kostaman Jam Join Whistler’s own Reggae star Kostaman for 9 p.m. jam session.

Where: Black’s Pub

What: Music Bingo Test your music trivia with Zoo and Big Rich at 8 p.m.

Where: Hoz’s Pub in Creekside

Who: Dr. Dave Acoustic favourites for apres from 5-8 p.m.

Where: Crystal Lounge

Who: Chris Kelly Local music ramblings from 9:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.

Where: Citta

What: Grateful Open Mic Grateful Greg and Creekside Phil of A Whole Lotta Led invite singers, guitarists and drummers to the mic every Wednesday.

Where: Dusty’s

What: Das Boot Ballet This is not the ballet your mother told you about. Naked babes shakin’ it three nights a week.

Where: Boot Pub

CLUBS AND DJs

What: Industry Night Rockin’ locals scene and giveaways galore.

Where: Buffalo Bill’s

Who: Pacifica Sensual, sultry and passionate, Peruvian songstress Silvana Kane bridges Latin and Spanish beats with pop rock sound with four-piece band. Advanced $10 tickets available at GLC or $15 at the door. Doors 9 p.m. DJ Ace warms up apres crowds with soulful house, breaks and electro.

Where: GLC

What: Bootylicious Hot off of his set of opening for Australia’s number one house DJ Mark Dynamix, DJ Jamie Vale can pack a dance floor like no other with booty-groove hip hop and delicious house. Go go girls on deck to boot.

Where: Tommy Africa’s

Who: DJ Rob Banks All your listening favourites banked into one night.

Where: Tapley’s Sports Bar

What: Mardi Gras Party Party New Orleans style with funk, hip hop and breaks from international scratch wizard Mat the Alien. Snowboard giveaway. Doors 8 p.m.

Where: Moe Joe’s

Who: J-Rawks Local DJ spins what she wants for apres.

Where: Merlin’s

Thursday, March23

LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS

What: Reggae Night Live reggae grooves with locals Kostaman & DJ Phroh. Doors 8 p.m.

Where: Moe Joe’s

What: Variety Show The sensational multi-talented Steve Jiu hosts a competition of rap battles, spoken word, karaoke and open jams for great prizes.

Where: Crystal Lounge

What: Open Mic Grab an instrument and some liquid courage and join G Willy on an open stage at 8 p.m.

Where: Joey Chan’s

What: Open Mic Guitar, drums and/or vocals, pick your poison.

Where: Boot Pub

Who: Cameron Chu Live jazz, soul and R&B with the house piano man and guests.

Where: Bearfoot Bistro & Champagne Bar

Who: Gordo Plus One Veteran musician covers decades of great roots, blues and rock n' roll with lead guitar from Pierre Eady.

where: Pemberton Hotel

What: Live Music Toe tapping favorites and Celtic traditional tunes from guest performers. Apres 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Evening 8 p.m. to midnight.

Where: Dubh Linn Gate Pub

Who: Rob Lee All your cover favourites. Shows 3:30-5:30 p.m. and 9 p.m. to midnight.

Where: Mallard Lounge

what: Club Shred Weekly rotation of local musicians and DJs. Apres with DJ Buddah and evening acoustics with Ben Russell.

Where: Merlin’s

What: Snowbound Episode 4 Learn the tricks of the trade with mountain films. Kevin Sansalone and the Sandbox Crew will share their secrets. Evening includes Four ‘n Twenty dinner pies and Monster energy drinks. Entry $3 for LUNA members (ages 18-29) and $5 for non-members. Event 9 p.m.

Where: MY Millennium Place

CLUBS AND DJs

What: Red Velvet Classic house and funky beats from your host DJ Parris.

Where: Maxx Fish

What: Locals Night Popular party night around these parts with local DJs on the decks.

Where: Garfinkel’s

What: Party Beats DJ Nooks picks the biggest club anthems to hit the charts along with funky fresh house to shake up the go go girls. DJ O’Ryan warms crowds up at 9 p.m.

Where: Tommy’s

Who: Banks & Milton DJ Rob Banks spins apres at 2:30 p.m. DJs Milton and Toddski Break Down the House with funky beats and bass to get your ass movin’ after 8:30 p.m.

Where: GLC

What: Las Vegas Party Glamour and gaud with snowboard giveaway. Doors 8:30 p.m.

Where: Buffalo Bill’s

Upcoming Shows

Whistler’s hottest firefighters auctioned off at a fundraising event March 28 at Moe Joe’s.

Zilla meets DJ Hoola brings disco, funk, breaks and everything in between March 25 at the Boot. Advanced $20 tickets at Shoestring Lodge.

DJ Jazzy Jeff comes March 30 to Tommy Africa’s. Tickets are $20/$25.