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Week of July 20-27, 2006
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Creaking Trees performs Thursday, July 20, photo submitted

Thursday, July 20
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
Who: Cameron Chu Live jazz, soul and R&B with the house piano man and guests.
Where: Bearfoot Bistro & Champagne Bar
Who: Gnar Boots The Boot open mic band keeps the jam vibe alive. All styles welcome. Drums and amps provided. Starts 9 p.m.
Where: Merlin’s
Who: Wes Mackey Old-time authentic South Carolina blues from 4:30-6:30 p.m. & 9 p.m. to midnight.
Where: Mallard Lounge
Who: Cesar Beltran Baritone Spaniard leaves behind opera and philharmonic choir for easy listening from 6-9 p.m.
Where: Morgan’s
Who: Damian O'Braonáin Vocals tin whistle, guitar and bodhran, this Northern Ireland native is the real deal. Show 7 p.m.
Where: Dubh Linn Gate Pub
What: LUNAFLICS The Beastie Boys’ first concert DVD Awesome; I ...Shot That! makes a special screening at Lost Lake Park. The film on the multi-platinum band was a smash hit at the 2006 Sundance Film Festival. Grab a blanket and friends to sit back under the stars to enjoy the outdoor screen presented by LUNA and Sharp’s Audio-Visual. Tickets are $3 for LUNA members and $5 for non-members. Show up at 9 p.m. to enjoy local DJ sets and good seats. Dress warm. Take the extended Lost Lake bus service for $.50, leaving from the Gondola Transit Exchange at 9 p.m. Event is cancelled if it rains.
Where: Lost Lake Park

CLUBS AND DJs
What: Locals Night Get there early. Always a line up for this local favourite night.
Where: Garfinkel’s
Who: Krafty Kuts The Finger Lickin’ U.K. recording artist returns with new album Freakshow. Advance $18 tickets at Hotbox and The Hub at Creekside. Doors 9:30 p.m.
Where: Tommy Africa’s
Who: DJ Parris Red Velvet hosts spins sexy beats and house grooves.
Where: Maxx Fish
Who: Kostaman Whistler’s number one reggae band is back. Doors 9:30 p.m.
Where: Moe Joe’s

Friday, July 21
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
Who: Murphy's Lágh High energy Celtic & Irish pub favourites from a true Irishman and special guests. Show 7 p.m.
Where: Dubh Linn Gate Pub
Who: Sean Rose Rhythm and blues review at 9 p.m. with local talent.
Where: Black’s Pub
Who: Cesar Beltran Unique blend of Latin jazz, Flamenco and world beats from 3:30-6:30 p.m. and 8-10 p.m.
Where: Morgan’s
Who: Cameron Chu Live jazz, soul and R&B with the house piano man and guests.
Where: Bearfoot Bistro & Champagne Bar
Who: Kelly Crowe Pop and jazz tickle the ivories from 3:30-6:30 p.m. and 8-10 p.m.
Where: Fifty Two 80 Bistro & Lounge
Who: Gordo Live cover favourites from Whistler favourite 4:30-6:30 & 9-12 p.m.
Where: Mallard Lounge
Who: Mike Weterings Acoustic folk-rock with African world beat rhythms. Show 9 p.m.
Where: Crystal Lounge
Who: Freeflow Vancouver band kicks out funky grooves for Inn’s 10th Anniversary. Free cake, free music, Freeflow. Party 4 p.m.
Where: Howe Sound Inn and Brewing Company
CLUBS AND DJs
What: Crankworx Aftershok Kokanee hosts DJ Kori K and Mat the Alien for apres set from 3-7 p.m. with chance to win tickets to invite-only De La Soul July 29 concert.
Where:Longhorn
What: Heat Fridays Locals only hot party with Heat girls for spring.
Where:Savage Beagle
Who: DJ Peacefrog A mainstream mix of tunes that gets the dance floor going.
Where: Buffalo Bill’s
What: Elektric Relaxation Music appreciation night of hip-hop classics, funk,, R&B and drum ‘n’ breaks. This week All Girl DJ Party. Doors 9:30 p.m.
Where: Moe Joe’s
What: ‘90s Night Party like your Nikki Sixx with DJ Trix spinning one hit wonders and old school dance tracks. Doors 9:30 p.m.
Where: Tommy Africa’s
Who: Blind Pigeon Classic rock.
Where: Pemberton Hotel

Saturday, July 22
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
Who: She Stole My Beer Whistler rockers return with everything from country and blues to ‘60s psychedelica. Show 4 p.m.
Where: Crankworx Mainstage; Whistler Mountain base
Who: Murphy's Lágh High energy Celtic & Irish pub favourites from a true Irishman and special guests. Show 7 p.m.
Where: Dubh Linn Gate Pub
Who: Kelly Crowe Pop and jazz tickle the ivories from 3:30-6:30 p.m. and 8-10 p.m.
Where: Fifty Two 80 Bistro & Lounge
Who: Cesar Beltran Unique blend of Latin jazz, Flamenco and world beats from 3:30-6:30 p.m. and 8-10 p.m.
Where: Morgan’s
Who: Wes Mackey Old-time authentic South Carolina blues from 4:30-6:30 p.m. & 9 p.m. to midnight.
Where: Mallard Lounge
Who: Mike Weterings Acoustic folk-rock with African world beat rhythms. Show 9 p.m.
Where: Crystal Lounge
Who: Cameron Chu Live jazz, soul and R&B with the house piano man and guests.
Where: Bearfoot Bistro & Champagne Bar
Who: Dr. Dave Acoustic rock from mellow to rockin’ with local favourite noon to 4 p.m.
Where: Second Cup
What: Pemberton Barn Dance Evening features last year’s headliner Appaloosa and local hicks Hay Fever. Grab a cowboy hat and boots and join the crowds of 1,500 revelers. Shuttles from Whistler to dance leave from the Telus Conference Centre at 7, 8 and 9 p.m. returning at 1:30 and 2 a.m. Shuttle is $10. Pemberton shuttle from the Legion is $5. Tickets are $30 at the Whistler Question office, Paperworks, Pemberton Trading Company, Pemberton Esso and Pemberton Valley Supermarket.
Where: Roothouse on Pemberton Meadows Road
Who: Blind Pigeon Classic rock.
Where: Pemberton Hotel
CLUBS AND DJs
What: Crankworx Aftershok Kokanee hosts DJ Vinyl Ritchie and Mat the Alien for apres set from 3-7 p.m. with chance to win tickets to invite-only De La Soul July 29 concert.
Where: Citta Bistro
Who: DJ Peacefrog A mainstream mix of tunes that gets the dance floor going.
Where: Buffalo Bill’s
What: Crankworx Launch Party DJ Easyleigh with hip hop, house, rock and dancehall and Jim Beam Party. Doors 9:30 p.m.
Where: Moe Joe’s
What: Bang On DJ Business or Pleasure throws down hottest Top 40, R&B grinders and house. Doors 9:30 p.m.
Where: Tommy Africa’s

Sunday, July 23
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
Who: Catlow The Dirtmitts frontgal goes solo with tracks from the Whistler television series. Show 4 p.m.
Where: Crankworx Mainstage; Whistler Mountain base
Who: Dr. Dave Acoustic rock from mellow to rockin’ with local favourite noon to 4 p.m.
Where: Second Cup
Who: Tracey Saxby Bearfoot acoustic diva plays mix of originals and covers from 1-4 p.m.
Where: Citta Bistro
Who: Hairfarmers Grateful Greg and Guitar Doug return from New York tour with all your favourite covers from 4-7 p.m.
Where: Merlin’s
Who: G Jam Join G Willy and Greg Garland for an open-stage jam from 8-11 p.m.
Where: Tex Corleones
Who: Wes Mackey Old-time authentic South Carolina blues from 4:30-6:30 p.m. & 9 p.m. to midnight.
Where: Mallard Lounge
Who: Cesar Beltran Unique blend of Latin jazz, Flamenco and world beats from 3:30-6:30 p.m. and 8-10 p.m.
Where: Morgan’s
What: Jam Session Play along side the best with Reggae Master Kostaman leading the way. Show 9 p.m.
Where: Crystal Lounge
Who: Rob Funk Celtic and originals with a funky twist. Show 7 p.m.
Where: Dubh Linn Gate Pub
CLUBS AND DJs
What: Crankworx Aftershok Kokanee hosts DJ Vinyl Ritchie and Foxy Moron for apres set from 3-7 p.m. with chance to win tickets to invite-only De La Soul July 29 concert.
Where: Garibaldi Lift Company (GLC)
What: Locals Night End the weekend of madness with a local crew.
Where: Longhorn Saloon
What: S.I.N. Hang out with Moe Joe crew for service industry night. Doors 9:30 p.m.
Where: Moe Joe’s
What: Soul Kitchen Turntable tricksters are at the kitchen tables. This week DJ Scott Arkwell and DJ Vinyl Ritchie with garage, DnB and electro remixes. Doors 9:30 p.m.
Where: Tommy Africa’s

Monday, July 24
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTs
Who: Yuca & On Holiday Two of ten finalists who battled at the 99.3 Fox Seeds Indie Music Competition in Vancouver. Accessible rock, punk and power pop. Show 4 p.m.
Where: Crankworx Mainstage; Whistler Mountain base
Who: Rob Funk Celtic and originals with a funky twist. Show 7 p.m.
Where: Dubh Linn Gate Pub
Who: A Whole Lotta Led Rock out to all your Zeppelin favourites with Whistler’s favourite Plant tribute with Grateful Greg and Creekside Phil.
Where: Garibaldi Lift Company (GLC)
What: Karaoke Night I Will Survive won’t sing itself, so come out to sing all your favourites at the Full Moon special edition.
Where: Crystal Lounge
Who: Wes Mackey Old-time authentic South Carolina blues from 4:30-6:30 p.m. & 9 p.m. to midnight.
Where: Mallard Lounge
CLUBS AND DJs
What: ‘80s Night Retro night with DJ Ryder who spins retro and old school dance tracks. Free cover for ‘80s outfits. Norco Bike giveaway. Doors 9:30 p.m.
Where: Tommy Africa’s
What: Dance Contest DJ Mixmaster Fab spins old and new school vinyl for Lovenest dance contest. $300 in prizes to be won.
Where: Maxx Fish

Tuesday, July 25
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
Who: E-Twinz Four-piece Vancouver band spans rock, power pop and punk. Show 4 p.m.
Where: Crankworx Mainstage; Whistler Mountain base
What: Locals Lounge Join G Willy at the Creekside jam starting at 7:30 p.m.
Where: Joey Chan’s
Who: Johnny Mack & Gordo Live cover favourites from 4 -12 p.m.
Where: Mallard Lounge
Who: Rob Thompson Toe tapping Celtic and rock tunes with the boy from Bowen Island. Show 7 p.m.
Where: Dubh Linn Gate Pub
CLUBS AND DJs
What: Celebration The Faction Sound Crew dial up hip hop for Whistler’s smallest nightclub and biggest party. Ladies never wait in line.
Where:Savage Beagle
What: Ice Party DJ Blizzard hits the decks. Doors 9:30 p.m.
Where:Moe Joe’s

Wednesday, July 26
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
Who: Los Rastrillos Mexican musicians, Jamaican beats. Ten-piece band mixes up reggae, jazz, funk and ska. Show 4 p.m.
Where: Crankworx Mainstage; Whistler Mountain base
Who: Rob Thompson Toe tapping Celtic and rock tunes with the boy from Bowen Island. Show 7 p.m.
Where: Dubh Linn Gate Pub
Who: Los Rastrillos Ten-piece mexican band grooves with funky reggae. Doors 9 p.m. Tickets $10.
Where: Merlin’s
Who: Cesar Beltran Unique blend of Latin jazz, Flamenco and world beats from 3:30-6:30 p.m. and 8-10 p.m.
Where: Morgan’s
Who: Wes Makepeace & Jay Greenway Local favourites offer up chillin’ acoustics.
Where: Three Below
Who: Johnny Mack & Gordo Live cover favourites from 4 -12 p.m.
Where: Mallard Lounge
What: Music Bingo Test your music trivia at 7 p.m. with Zoo and Big Rich.
Where: Citta
What: Kostaman Jam Join Whistler’s own Reggae star Kostaman for 9 p.m. jam session.
Where: Black’s Pub
What: Clothing Swap Jam Ladies can swap clothes while sitting back to live music from Steve Jiu and Kostaman from 6-8 p.m. Extra clothing will be donated to Pearls Safe House for Women.
Where: Farfalla
CLUBS AND DJs
What: Crankworx Aftershok Kokanee hosts DJ Vinyl Ritchie who is all about 45s, garage, DnB and electro remixes for apres set from 1-4 p.m.
Where: Crankworx mainstage
What: Real Deal International scratch wizard Mat the Alien mixes up hip hop, funk, breaks, dancehall and drum ‘n’ bass with Jim Beam Party. Norco Bike giveaway. Doors 9:30 p.m.
Where: Moe Joe’s
What: Industry Night Rockin’ locals scene and giveaways galore.
Where: Buffalo Bill’s

Thursday, July 27
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
Who: A Whole Lotta Led Get your Plant fix with Whistler’s favourite Zeppelin tribute band. Show 4 p.m.
Where: Crankworx Mainstage; Whistler Mountain base
Who: Cameron Chu Live jazz, soul and R&B with the house piano man and guests.
Where: Bearfoot Bistro & Champagne Bar
Who: Gnar Boots The Boot open mic band keeps the jam vibe alive. All styles welcome. Drums and amps provided. Starts 9 p.m.
Where: Merlin’s
Who: A Whole Lotta Led Get your Plant fix with Whistler’s favourite Zeppelin tribute band. Show 8 p.m.
Where: Longhorn Saloon
Who: Johnny Mack Live cover favourites from 4:30-6:30 & 8:30-11:30 p.m.
Where: Mallard Lounge
Who: Cesar Beltran Unique blend of Latin jazz, Flamenco and world beats from 3:30-6:30 p.m. and 8-10 p.m.
Where: Morgan’s
Who: Rob Thompson Toe tapping Celtic and rock tunes with the boy from Bowen Island. Show 7 p.m.
Where: Dubh Linn Gate Pub
What: LUNAFLICS The Collective’s latest mountain bike film Roam screens to celebrate Crankworx. Evening also includes screening of The Jacket starring Academy-Award-winner Adrien Brody. Grab a blanket and friends to sit back under the stars to enjoy the outdoor screen presented by LUNA and Sharp’s Audio-Visual. Tickets are $3 for LUNA members and $5 for non-members. Show up at 9 p.m. to enjoy local DJ sets and good seats. Dress warm. Take the extended Lost Lake bus service for $.50, leaving from the Gondola Transit Exchange at 9 p.m. Event is cancelled if it rains.
Where: Lost Lake Park
CLUBS AND DJs
What: Crankworx Aftershok Kokanee hosts DJ Vinyl Ritchie who is all about 45s, garage, DnB and electro remixes for apres set from 1-4 p.m.
Where: Crankworx mainstage
What: Locals Night Get there early. Always a line up for this local favourite night.
Where: Garfinkel’s
Who: Swimwear Showdown Girls compete for the Miss Canadian Swimwear national finals in Vancouver and a chance to win $10,0000. Free barbecue. DJ Rob Banks and Business or Pleasure on deck. Doors 9:30 p.m.
Where: Tommy Africa’s
Who: DJ Parris Red Velvet hosts spins sexy beats and house grooves.
Where: Maxx Fish
Who: Kostaman Whistler’s number one reggae band is all about feel-good grooves with the Scott Party. Doors 9:30 p.m.
Where: Moe Joe’s

Upcoming shows
End Breast Cancer Fundraiser invites everyone to dress in pink for a great cause and plenty of prizes to be won Aug. 4 at Maxx Fish. Tickets $10.
Sweatshop Union returns to Whistler with infamous hip hop Friday, July 28 at 5 p.m. at the Crankworx mainstage. Free show.
De La Soul hip hop legends perform Saturday, July 29 at the Garbaldi Lift Company. Visit www.crankworx.com for competition ticket details.