Thursday, April12
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
Who: Cameron Chu Laid back jazz and classic sets from Whistler’s most talented piano man.
Where: Bearfoot Bistro
What: Reggae Beach Party Kostaman and The Vibrations shell out plenty of live reggae grooves to go around along with spinning from DJ Phroh. Always looking for opening acts. Contact kostamanwhistler@hotmail.com.
Where: Moe Joe’s
Who: Ali Milner Local jazz chanteuse croons out originals and classics on grand piano. The EMI recording artist is Whistler’s biggest up and coming star. She recently released her self-titled debut album, and just returned from attending the Juno Awards. Show from 4-7 p.m.
Where: Fifty Two 80 Bistro Bar
Who: Gnar Boots Jam with the best at 9 p.m. Après with DJ Buddha.
Where: Merlin’s
Who: Dr. Dave Local guitar man strums out favourites.
Where: Merlin’s
Who: Brett Carlson Memorial Join friends for the heavy metal party celebrating the wild ski spirit of Brett. Starts 9 p.m.
Where: Merlin’s
What: Rob Thompson Toe tapping Celtic and rock tunes from the local favourite with vocals as rich as Guinness from 3:30-5:30 p.m. and 8 p.m. to midnight.
Where: Dubh Linn Gate Pub
CLUBS AND DJs
Who: DJs Jamie & JT DJs Jamie Vale and JT lay down fat funky house and chunky electro Party Beats is famous for.
Where: Tommy Africa’s
What: Overflow DJ Rosco spins dance hall, hip hop and Top 40. Girls don’t pay cover.
Where: Savage Beagle
Friday, April13
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
What: Chocolate Temptation Fashion Show Shan showcases 2007 line of lingerie and bathing suits at outdoor fashion show after Sam Roberts concert at 8 p.m.
Where: Skier’s Plaza
What: Brave Art Opening Biggest names in urban, street art come to Whistler from L.a. to New York. Names to look out for include Jesse Reno, Retna, Lauren Javor and Shepard Fairey. Opening includes DJs, drinks and live painting. Show starts 8 p.m. Free admission. Exhibition runs from April 13 to 20.
Where: Telus Conference Centre
Who: Bruce Coughlan Rock and folk covers, originals and Celtic classics from 3:30-5:30 p.m. and 8 p.m. to midnight.
Where: Dubh Linn Gate Pub
Who: Ali Milner Local jazz chanteuse croons out originals and classics on grand piano. The EMI recording artist is Whistler’s biggest up and coming star. She recently released her self-titled debut album, and just returned from attending the Juno Awards. Show from 4-7 p.m.
Where: Fifty Two 80 Bistro Bar
Who: Cameron Chu Laid back jazz and classic sets from Whistler’s most talented piano man.
Where: Bearfoot Bistro
Who: The Hairfarmers You haven’t truly experienced the après phenomena until you’ve toasted a pint to legends Grateful Greg and Guitar Doug who were recently voted Best of Whistler Musicians. Après at 3:30 p.m.
Where: Dusty’s
What: Campground C This ain’t your mama’s country. DJ Byron James spins new country that rocks. Doors 8 p.m.
Where: Longhorn Saloon & Grill
Who: Rob Funk Covers with a funky spin from local favourite.
Where: Black’s Pub
Who: Rob Thompson He’s the guitarman with a voice as rich as Guinness.
Where: Crystal Lounge
What: Show of Hands Classic rock.
Where: Pemberton Hotel
CLUBS AND DJs
Who: DJ Peacefrog A mainstream mix of tunes that gets the dance floor going.
Where: Buffalo Bill’s
What: Block Party Snowboard.com and Billibong host party with TMS crew and DJ Rosco. Get wristband at snowboard.com booth for VIP entry to Garf’s and Beagle.
Where: Garfinkel’s, Savage Beagle
What: 4Play Fridays Puf the Majic DJ plays retro, Top 40 and hot R&B. Doors 9 p.m.
Where: Tommy Africa’s
What: Funky Fridays DJ Jamie Vale on deck.
Where: Maxx Fish
What: Puma Party DJ Neoteric on deck for ladies night.
Where: Moe Joe’s
Saturday, April14
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
What: Old Spice Big Air The world’s top skiers and snowboarders go big for the judges with even bigger cash to be won. Live music acts include Mat the Alien. Showtime 6 p.m. Free.
Where: Skier’s Plaza
Who: Bruce Coughlan Rock and folk covers, originals and Celtic classics from 3:30-5:30 p.m. and 8 p.m. to midnight.
Where: Dubh Linn Gate Pub
Who: A Whole Lotta Led Zeppelin tribute band fronted by Grateful Greg and Creekside Phil rocks out all your favourites. Every show this year has sold out with people waiting in line. Get there early. Music does Plant proud.
Where: Moe Joe’s
Who: Dr. Dave Acoustic covers from noon until 4 p.m.
Where: Second Cup
Who: Cameron Chu Laid back jazz and classic sets from Whistler’s most talented piano man.
Where: Bearfoot Bistro
Who: The Hairfarmers Local legends Grateful Greg and Guitar Doug, recently voted Best of Whistler Musicians, strum up a crazy party at local hangout at 3:30 p.m.
Where: Citta
Who: Shane Philip Live on didgeridoo with warm vocals at Creekside hangout.
Where: Dusty’s
Who: Rob Thompson He’s the guitarman with a voice as rich as Guinness.
Where: Crystal Lounge
What: Music Grind Matt Graham strums out cover classics from 2-5 p.m.
Where: Behind the Grind
What: Show of Hands Classic rock.
Where: Pemberton Hotel
What: Jam Night Bring your guitar, banjo, fiddle or drum and jam til the cows come home. Starts 8 p.m.
Where: Locals Livingroom Emporium
CLUBS AND DJs
Who: DJ Peacefrog A mainstream mix of tunes that gets the dance floor going.
Where: Buffalo Bill’s
What: Bang On JT throws down hottest Top 40, R&B grinders and house. Doors 9 p.m.
Where: Tommy Africa’s
What: Hip Hop Night Spinning all your dancing favourites from hip hop to Top 40 with DJ Nasa.
Where: Maxx Fish
What: Hand Crafted DJ R3 spins Top 40 party beats.
Where: Savage Beagle
What: The Big Party DJ Rob Baanks on deck with everything a dance floor could ever desire. Reservations 604-932-2323.
Where: Garfinkel’s
Who: DJ Buddha Tune into your inner Buddha. Feels great for après.
Where: Merlin’s
Sunday, April15
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
What: Words and Stories Stages the most unconventional storytellers and stories into one tantalizing evening of speaking streams, hip hop spins and conscious prose. Anything goes for this 21st century storytelling night of entertainment with storytellers Glen Plake, Eric Berger and Jack Turner, Feet Banks, Lisa Richardson and Mitchell Scott. Doors at 8 p.m. Show 9 p.m. Tickets $10.
Where: Rainbow Theatre
What: Brave Locals Opening Diverse spin-off exhibit of Brave Art with 25 local artists coming out in full force with cutting edge artworks. Live painting at opening party at 8 p.m. Free admission.
Where: Telus Conference Centre
Who: Tokyo Police Club Freeride Concert Series hosts post-punk Toronto Indie darlings with music from just-released A Lesson in Crime. Admission is free.
Where: Garibaldi Lift Company (GLC)
What: Music Grind Rob Funk strums out cover classics and originals from 2-5 p.m.
Where: Behind the Grind
Who: Fishbone Deep funk, punk and frantic ska, L.A. band signed with Columbia Records releases new music from Still Stuck In Your Throat. Album produced by Grammy winner who produced Sublime and Sugar Ray records. Kostaman warms crowds up. Tickets $20.
Where: Buffalo Bill’s
What: Punk Night Whistler’s ultimate anti-club night. This week 3 Inches of Blood, Pride Tiger and The Rebel Spell.
Where: Garfinkel’s
Who: Cameron Chu Laid back jazz and classic sets from Whistler’s most talented piano man.
Where: Bearfoot Bistro
Who: Music Bingo Test your music trivia at 8 p.m. in Creekside.
Where: Hoz’s Pub
Who: Sean Rose Rhythm and blues review from 9 p.m. to midnight.
Where: BBK’s Pub in Upper Village
Who: Bruce Coughlan Rock and folk covers, originals and Celtic classics from 3:30-5:30 p.m. and 8 p.m. to midnight.
Where: Dubh Linn Gate Pub
Who: Dr. Dave Acoustic covers from noon until 4 p.m.
Where: Second Cup
What: Jam Session Play along side the best for Whistler’s longest running jam night hosted by Kostaman. Mics, guitars, bass and percussion available. Sometimes a drum kit. Show 9 p.m.
Where: Crystal Lounge
What: Earth Sounds Didgeridoo, tamboa, and drums jam out. The more the merrier. Come and jam along. Show 3 p.m.
Where: Locals Livingroom Emporium
CLUBS AND DJs
What: Locals’ Night Get your groove on with DJ Phd. Atomic ski giveaway every week.
Where: Longhorn Saloon & Grill
What: Mixalicious Every Sunday with DJ Business or Pleasure (J.T.) dishing cool beats at 9 p.m.
Where: The Mix Lounge
Who: DJ Buddha Tune into your inner Buddha. Feels great for après.
Where: Merlin’s
What: Soul Kitchen Local and international DJs are at the kitchen tables. This week DJ/Mc Duo Thunderheist for head-banging breakbeats. Doors 9 p.m.
Where: Tommy Africa’s
Monday, April16
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTs
What: Chairlift Revue Short plays penned by local scribes staged around conversations you might hear on a chairlift. G.D. Maxwell and Michele Bush head this hilarious night of theatric comedy. New to fest this year. Doors at 8 p.m. Show 9 p.m. Tickets $10.
Where: Rainbow Theatre
Who: DJ Jesse James Freeride Concert Series hosts globally-renowned turntable talent that has played with greats like Eric Morillo, Pete Tong and Roger Sanchez, just to name a few. Joined by DJ Timeline who dishes out electro-house music. Free admission.
Where: Maxx fish
Who: Fishbone Deep funk, punk and frantic ska, L.A. band signed with Columbia Records releases new music from Still Stuck In Your Throat. Album produced by Grammy winner who produced Sublime and Sugar Ray records. Kostaman warms crowds up. Tickets $20.
Where: Buffalo Bill’s
What: Sweatshop Union Award-winning West Coast hip hop talents deliver wordplay party. Advance $10 tickets at Electric Daisy, The Circle and Glaciershop. $15 at door.
Where: Moe Joe’s
What: Karaoke I Will Survive won’t sing itself, so come out to sing all your favourites with the sensational Steve Jiu.
Where: Crystal Lounge
Who: Cameron Chu Laid back jazz and classic sets from Whistler’s most talented piano man.
Where: Bearfoot Bistro
Who: Tennessee Three This isn’t a tribute band, but the real thing. The Man in Black’s original backing band plays all of your Johnny Cash favourites. Show 9 p.m.
Where: Garibaldi Lift Company (GLC)
What: Guitar Doug The man, the hair, the legend. Doug strums tunes worth a toast of your pint from 3:30-5:30 p.m. and 8 p.m. to midnight.
Where: Dubh Linn Gate Pub
CLUBS AND DJs
What: ‘80s Night DJ Ryder spins hip-hop classics, dance floor anthems and hair-rock that takes you way back. Half-price cover cover for ‘80s outfits. Doors 9 p.m.
Where: Tommy Africa’s
What: Night at the Mansion Party Rub elbows with ex-playmates with DJ Diamond and friends on deck. Dress code is smart and strict. Come as a Bunny or a Hefner and jump the line. Advance tickets at Electric Daisy or call 604-902-4273.
Where: Garfinkel’s
Who: DJ J-Rawks Equally savvy with decks as she is with words. Local scribe on for après.
Where: Merlin’s
Tuesday, April17
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
What: Filmmaker Showdown Always a sell out, eight filmmaking teams are chosen to screen five minute short films shot over the weekend in 72 hours to compete for $15,000 in cash and prizes. Doors at 8 p.m. Show 9 p.m. Tickets $15.
Where: Telus Conference Centre
Who: Buck 65 Freeride Concert Series hosts Buck 65. The Juno Award winner shakes up hip hop with blues. Show includes music from new album produced with Scratch Bastid. Admission is free. Also SBC magazine launch party for new rag, Surf.
Where: Garfinkel’s
Who: Andy Caldwell Freeride Concert Series hosts San Fran DJ, producer and songwriter. Established name with his electronic soul band Soulstice. Renowned for his remix of Yoshimoto’s Du What U Du. Admission is free.
Where: Tommy Africa’s
Who: Cameron Chu Laid back jazz and classic sets from Whistler’s most talented piano man.
Where: Bearfoot Bistro
What: Guitar Doug The man, the hair, the legend. Doug strums tunes worth a toast of your pint from 3:30-5:30 p.m. and 8 p.m. to midnight.
Where: Dubh Linn Gate Pub
CLUBS AND DJs
Who: DJ Tone The best in funky house for après from the Full Moon Party mastermind.
Where:Merlin’s
What: Ladies Night Hip hop, R&B and dancehall with DJ Seanski.
Where: Maxx Fish
What: Celebration Tuesdays Snowboard.com hosts regular night with hip hop talent The Faction Sound Crew.
Where: Savage Beagle
Who: Black Tusk Sound Local turntable talent on deck with DJ Scovie.
Where: Crystal Lounge
Wednesday, April18
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
What: Pro Photographer Showdown The world’s best sports action photographers go head to head for bragging rights and cash prize. Photo slide shows choreographed to music will celebrate snowboarding, skiing, surfing, skateboarding and everything in between. Doors 8 p.m. Show 9 p.m. Tickets $20.
Where: Telus Conference Centre
Who: Bliss N Eso Freeride Concert Series hosts American and Australian MC duo. International headliners joined by local hip hop duo Animal Nation. Show 9 p.m. Admission is free. Après with DJ Phroh.
Where: Merlin’s
What: Special Edition Punk Night Comeback Kid touches down tour with Daggermouth and This is Hell.
Where: Garfinkel’s
Who: Pacifica Get into sultry Latin rhythms with Peruvian born flamenco singer Silvana Kane wit new music from recent release Asuncion. Show 10 p.m.
Where: Garibaldi Lift Company (GLC)
What: Whistler Jam Join Kostaman for a 9 p.m. jam session. Bring your own instruments or use his. Each week is a different creative mix that helps to cultivate upcoming talent.
Where: Black’s Pub
Who: Cameron Chu Laid back jazz and classic sets from Whistler’s most talented piano man.
Where: Bearfoot Bistro
What: Rock Jam Wes, Jay, Steph and Jessie with acoustic rock jam 9 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.
Where: BBK’s Pub in Upper Village
What: Guitar Doug The man, the hair, the legend. Doug strums tunes worth a toast of your pint from 3:30-5:30 p.m. and 8 p.m. to midnight.
Where: Dubh Linn Gate Pub
What: Music Bingo Test your music trivia at 8 p.m.
Where: Citta
CLUBS AND DJs
What: Industry Night Always a good time with Peacefrog. This week switched up with host DJ for SBC/Burton/Helly Hansen party with Burton snowboard giveaway and prizes.
Where: Buffalo Bill’s
What: Prior Topsheet Party Prior launches 2008 topsheet snowboard line up crafted by local artists Vanessa Stark, Chili Thom and Oliver Roy. Artists will be painting live with DJs at the table. Raffle tickets will be sold to win custom Prior skis or snowboard along with other prizes. Proceeds will benefit the Whistler Arts Council.
Where: Maxx Fish
Who: Mat the Alien & Team Canada International scratch wizard on deck for legendary night with hip hop, funk and breaks. Also catch the local talent on decks at the TWSSF Big Air. Special evening with Team Canada and Lady Precise.
Where: Moe Joe’s
What: Dance Snowboard.com presents DJ Johnny Omega. Free tickets at company fest booth.
Where: Savage Beagle
What: Dirty Beats This week Against the Grain DJ/Producers Freestylers of the U.K. who are most famous for B-Boy Stance and ruffneck. Rolling Stone and MTV raved about their hip hop, jungle and DnB sets. Tickets $25 available at The Hub Creekside, Electric Daisy and Tommy’s. Doors 9 p.m.
Where: Tommy Africa’s
Thursday, April19
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
Who: Trouble Trevor Andrew Snowboard legend cranks out live show hosted by Burton and the Wildcats.
Where: Bearfoot Bistro
Who: Cameron Chu Laid back jazz and classic sets from Whistler’s most talented piano man.
Where: Bearfoot Bistro
What: Reggae Beach Party Kostaman and The Vibrations shell out plenty of live reggae grooves to go around along with spinning from DJ Phroh. Always looking for opening acts. Contact kostamanwhistler@hotmail.com.
Where: Moe Joe’s
Who: Ali Milner Local jazz chanteuse croons out originals and classics on grand piano. The EMI recording artist is Whistler’s biggest up and coming star. She recently released her self-titled debut album, and just returned from attending the Juno Awards. Show from 4-7 p.m.
Where: Fifty Two 80 Bistro Bar
Who: Gnar Boots Jam with the best at 9 p.m. Après with DJ Buddha.
Where: Merlin’s
What: Guitar Doug The man, the hair, the legend. Doug strums tunes worth a toast of your pint from 3:30-5:30 p.m. and 8 p.m. to midnight.
Where: Dubh Linn Gate Pub
CLUBS AND DJs
What: Party Beats Closer DJs Jamie Vale, Mike Grefner and JT lay down fat funky house and chunky electro for the Party Beats wrap up party for the 2007 winter season. Doors 9 p.m.
Where: Tommy Africa’s
What: VIP World Meet Snowboard.com hosts global party.
Where: Garfinkel’s
Who: DJ Buddha Tune into your inner Buddha. Feels great for après.
Where: Merlin’s
What: Girl Powder The Pink Party lines up all girl DJS, go-go dancers to celebrate night of empowerment, charity and sexiness. Special guest appearance by band Milka. Ticket proceeds benefit breast cancer research and awareness. Pink clothing encouraged. Tickets $10 if wearing pink, $20 if not. Doors 8 p.m.
Where: Moe Joe’s
What: Overflow DJ Rosco spins dance hall, hip hop and Top 40. Girls don’t pay cover.
Where: Savage Beagle
Up coming
Fashion Exposed hits the runway with the latest mountain couture for next season Friday, April 20 at the Telus Conference Centre. Tickets $15.
DJ Experience international turntable talent joins forces with locals including the likes of Mat the Alien Saturday, April 21 at the Telus Conference Centre. Party rocks until 4 a.m. Tickets $25.
Kokanee Freeride Series Toots & The Maytals bring Grammy-Award winning reggae music Friday, April 20 to Moe Joe’s. Trouble Andrew puts Olympic snowboard talents to the side for live concert Sunday, April 22 at Buffalo Bill’s. Admissions are free.
Whistler Dogfest Come out for the 10th annual dog parade to raise funds for Whistler Animals Galore (WAG), a Whistler-based, no-kill animal shelter. Lots of activities and contests to participate in April 21-22 starting at noon in Whistler Village.
World Backcountry Freeride Jam Two nights of films raise money for the Canadian Avalanche Centre. The North Face VIP Pre-Race Party begins Thursday, April 19 with Teton Gravity Research’s best ski and snowboard film footage. The Escape Route and Dynafit present First Descents - a collection of skiing firsts Friday, April 20. Both shows at the Cinnamon Bear Bar at the Hilton.
The Beautiful Girls are a bunch of Aussie blokes April 22 at Dusty’s Bar and Grill. Advance $20 tickets available at ticketmaster.ca and Dusty’s.
Slackstring plays April 20 at the Garibaldi Lift Company (GLC). Advance $10 tickets at the GLC and $15 at the door.