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Monday, April 16 IN THE SPOTLIGHT Who : Default, Templar Where : WSSF Mainstage When : 3 p.m. See Sunday’s listings. Who : Keller Williams Where : GLC See article and Tuesday’s listings.

Monday, April 16

IN THE SPOTLIGHT

Who

: Default, Templar

Where

: WSSF Mainstage

When

: 3 p.m.

See Sunday’s listings.

Who

: Keller Williams

Where

: GLC

See article and Tuesday’s listings.

Who

: Ivana Santilli

Where

: The Boot

See Sunday’s listings.

Who

: Dixie Chicklets

Where

: Buffalo Bill’s

You guessed it, a tribute to some of Canada’s favourite country girls. You won’t believe the resemblance in looks and sound.

Who

: John Reynolds

Where

: Dubh Linn Gate

When

: Apres and Evening

Of Irish Rovers fame, John has quickly worked his way into Whistler hearts with his music, commentaries and humour.

Who:

Cameron Chu Jazz trio

Where

: Bear Foot Bistro

See Friday’s listings.

CLUBS AND DJs

Who

: DJ X-tra Large

Where

: Savage Beagle

Trinity Productions is bringing you funky and progressive house fresh from the clubs of Toronto. It’s phat, X-tra large beats for your dancing desires.

What

: Pro-Photographer Search

Where

: Merlin’s

When

: 9 p.m.

Come see the hottest talent in adventure and extreme photography compete for a spot in the Pro Photography Search.

What

: Magnum Opus Monday

Where

: Tommy Africa’s

It’s your weekly fix of Duran Duran and Donna Summer. Eight years and running for this retro party!

Who

: Tone Ballone

Where

: Moe Joe’s

Classic tunes all night long, hot from the archives, cool on the dance floor. It’s disco house.

What

: Mondays on Wax

Where

: Garfinkel’s

Come check out resident DJ Ghetto Boy & Friends. They’re spinning the right mix of hip hop and dance to keep your Monday night interesting.

Tuesday, April 17

IN THE FLESH

Who

: Keller Willams, Jacksoul

Where

: WSSF Mainstage

When

: 3 p.m.

You won’t believe your ears! Keller is a solo funk-folk performer who sounds like a complete band (see article). Jacksoul promises to have the audience dancing in the streets with a blend of jazz/pop/rock.

Who

: Jacksoul

Where

: Dusty’s

Evening entertainment. See above.

Who

: Arthur Funkarelli

Where

: Garfinkel’s

Six guys that put out all night long! These sexually juiced party architects will keep you revved up with their insane funk-ska-punk.

Who

: Brickhouse

Where

: Moe Joe’s

It’s the only blues night in town and it’s live.

What

: Open Mic Night

Where

: Second Cup

This coffee house opens its floor to local musicians. Whistler Music supplies the mics and amps. Bring your instruments and expect good vibes.

Who

: Cameron Chu Jazz Trio

Where

: The Bearfoot Bistro

See Friday’s listings.

Who

: John Reynolds

Where

: Dubh Linn Gate

See Monday’s listings.

What

: Das Boot Ballet

Where

: The Boot

See Friday’s listings.

CLUBS AND DJs

What

: Pro Photographer Search

Where

: Merlin’s

Tonight is heat 2. See Monday’s listings for more details.

What

: Twisted 2001 After Party

Who

: DJ Gumby

Where

: Maxx Fish

In a rare appearance, this innovator of the breaks scene is gracing the wheels at the Fish. Advance tickets recommended.

What

: Tuesday Trance Series

Where

: Tommy Africa’s

Who

: Ben Matchett and Dave Hornby

It’s a double dose of trance and hard house. Let the music invade your mind and free your soul.

What

: Brett Carlson Memorial

Who

: DJ Seanski

Where

: Savage Beagle

Come celebrate the life and passion of Brett. Seanski’s got the hip hop grooves to make it a fund-raiser to remember.

What

: Disco Night

Where

: Moe Joe’s

There’s cash to be won for your sequins and bell bottoms. Blondie and the Bee Gees await you on the dance floor.

Wednesday, April 18

ALIVE AND KICKING

Who

: Whole Damn County, Staggered Crossing, Finger Eleven

Where

: WSSF Mainstage, 3 p.m.

Prepare to be rocked! Our local boys are warming up the crowd with their original tunes destined to be hits. Catch ’em now before they become famous! Warner Music’s Staggered Crossing is already on the ladder to stardom. See what all of Toronto has been buzzing about for years (see article). Ontarians in the crowd may remember Finger Eleven back when they were called Rainbow Butt Monkeys. The boys have come along way. After winning several contests and recording several CDs, they’ve stormed on to the international market with their funked-up rock.

Who

: Big Up

Where

: Crab Shack

See Sunday’s listings.

Who

: Brickhouse

Where

: Moe Joe’s

It’s the only blues night in town, and it’s live!

Who

: Cameron Chu Jazz Trio

Where

: The Bearfoot Bistro

See Friday’s listings.

Who

: John Reynolds

Where

: Dubh Linn Gate

See Monday’s listings.

What

: Das Boot Ballet

Where

: The Boot

See Friday’s listings.

CLUBS AND DJs

What

: DJ RA Soul

Where

: Tommy Africa’s

Tommy Africa’s welcomes world renowned DJ/Producer Ra Soul from San Francisco. This will be an exclusive night out for all you bass junkies.

Who

: DJ Seanski

What

: The Spot

Where

: Garfinkel’s

Guest DJs welcomed in to the booth each week, keeping Garf’s the freshest Spot for hip hop. This week it’s a local favourite. Seanski’s got what you want.

Who

: Matt the Alien and DJ Kilo Cee

What

: Spare Grooves

Where

: Maxx Fish

2 DJs… 4 turntables… dicing up the phattest and freshest tracks on the wheels of steel.

Who

: DJ Derek

Where

: Savage Beagle

Derek knows how to satisfy all your musical urges – a great mix of dance, hip hop and rock.

What

: Big Bone Wednesday

Where

: Dusty’s

Destined to become a local legend, it’s the sauciest night in Whistler! Get interactive with "Sex Wars" on the big screen.

Thursday, April 19

Who

: Checkmate, Swollen Members, Choclair

Where

: WSSF Mainstage

When

: 3 p.m.

Canadian hip hop and rap lovers pack the house to see any of these artists separately – but we’ve got all three and it’s free! Be sure to get off the slopes early. This will be one of the sickest shows of the week.

Who

: The Ecclestones

Where

: Dubh Linn Gate

Classic Celtic favourites with guitar, fiddle and vocals.

What

: Jambox

Where

: The Boot

It’s open mic night. Come jam with musicians from around the valley.

Who

: The Cameron Chu Jazz Trio

Where

: The Bearfoot Bistro

See Friday’s listings.

CLUBS AND DJs

What

: PLAY

Where

: Tommy Africa’s

Join us for the Pre-Playhouse Party! It’s a triple house threat with Michael Ziff, Hebegebe and resident Shandy Rae, pumping out sexy, plump beats. Ass-shakin’ Go-gos. Sassy barmaids. No cover. No lineups. No Top 40!

What

: Locals’ Night

Where

: Garfinkel’s

Get rowdy with the natives! DJ Stoli works the dance floor into a frenzy.

What

: Eargasm

Where

: Maxx Fish

A tour of the electronic underworld featuring hip hop and R&B.

Who

: Noble

Where:

Savage Beagle

This San Francisco DJ has been a resident in more then five different countries, ranging from the USofA to Belgium. This night should not be missed.

Who

: DJ Lamb Chops

Where

: Moe Joe’s

Classic tunes to mainstream music. Dance the night away or try your hand at pool or foosball.

What

: Survivor Thursdays

Where

: Dusty’s

When

: 8 p.m.

They’ve been dumped into the Australian outback and the fight is on.