Thursday, January12
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
What: Reggae Night Live reggae grooves with locals Kostaman & DJ Phroh. Doors 8 p.m.
Where: Moe Joe’s
What: Triple Threat Thursdays The inaugural weekly event kicks off with the sensational multi-talented Steve Jiu hosting a competition of rap battles, spoken word, karaoke and open jams for great prizes and entertainment.
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: 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: The Bowen Boys Toe tapping favorites and Celtic traditional tunes with Bowen Island's Rob Thompson and guests. 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: Japanese Movie Check out All About Lily Chou-Chou as the first of a monthly Japanese movie series presented by LUNA. The film, included on Quentin Tarantino’s Off the Top of My Head List, captures the angst and rebellion of adolescence. $2 for LUNA members (ages 18-29) and $4 for non-members. Show 7:30 p.m.
Where: Rainbow Theatre
CLUBS AND DJs
What: Locals Night Popular party night around these parts with local DJs on the decks.
Where: Garfinkel’s
What: Club Shred Weekly rotation of live local musicians play cover favourites. This week internationally acclaimed hypnotist Sailesh delivers a completely uncensored, entertaining show. Tickets $10/$5. Doors 8 p.m. DJ Jaymin warms up crowd for apres.
Where: Merlin’s
Who: Ace & Milton Foxy Moron a.k.a. Ace spins everything from old soul funk to indie rock and electro for apres from 3-9 p.m. DJs Milton and Toddski Break Down the House with funky beats and bass for After Dark Session.
Where: GLC
What: Party Beats The Whistler University Party Series stops at Tommy’s for special trance night. Guest DJs on deck. Free cover before midnight. Doors 9 p.m.
Where: Tommy Africa’s
Friday, January13
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
Who: Mike Weterings Acoustic folk-rock with African world beat rhythms.
Where: Black’s Pub
What: Last Call Ladies Night Jason Bonnell and his local band is playing all of your favourite cover tunes. No cover for ladies. Doors 8 p.m.
Where: Moe Joe’s
Who: Dr. Dave Acoustic guitar tunes in a cozy local hangout. Evening includes one-time-only Lighthouse Brewery tasting. Show 9 p.m.
Where: BBK’s (Upper Village)
Who: Kel & Joel Live acoustic tunes.
Where: Tapley’s Sports Bar
Who: Suzanne Wilson Local gal with an acoustic guitar covering everything from 60s folk classics to modern rockers with the odd original thrown in for spice.
Where: Crystal Lounge
Who: Melanie Dekker Expect quirky parables and sultry sounds from the charming songstress who recently performed with Diana Krall for former US President Bill Clinton last month and shared stages with the likes of Faith Hill, Bryan Adams and Bif Naked.
Where: Four Seasons Fifty Two 80 Bistro & Bar
Who: The Hairfarmers Legendary local duo Guitar Doug and Grateful Greg for apres from 3 to 6 p.m. and evening show at 8:30 p.m.
Where: Merlin’s
Who: The Bowen Boys Toe tapping favorites and Celtic traditional tunes with Bowen Island's Rob Thompson and guests. Apres 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Evening 8 p.m. to midnight.
Where: Dubh Linn Gate Pub
Who: Monkey Business Classic rock.
Where: Pemberton Hotel
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
CLUBS AND DJs
Who: DJ Lon Retro-Funk DJ Lon mixes retro funk at the Creekside Chinese eatery. Music starts 8 p.m.
Where: Joey Chan’s
Who: Fister & Mat the Alien Chili Thom alias Mr. Fister spins wicked mix of funk and electro beats for apres. Scratch Wizard Mat the Alien breaks out Fresh Beats with funk and hip hop for After Dark Session.
Where: GLC
What: 90’s Night 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
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
Who: DJ Push ‘N Play Local DJ spins the latest beats.
Where: Longhorn Saloon
Saturday,January14
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
Who: Doug & Shannon Good time Celtic rockers with Whistler legend Guitar Doug and Juno-award-winning fiddler Shannon Saunders. Apres 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Evening show 8 p.m. to midnight.
Where: Dubh Linn Gate
What: Double D Rock it out with members from She Stole My Beer for apres from 3-6 p.m.
Where: Citta
What: Martini Soul Night A gay and lesbian social night with entertainment from 9 p.m. to midnight at South Side Diner. $7 cover charge. Proceeds benefit Loving Spoonful charity.
Where: Citta
Who: Melanie Dekker Expect quirky parables and sultry sounds from the charming songstress who recently performed with Diana Krall for former US President Bill Clinton last month and shared stages with the likes of Faith Hill, Bryan Adams and Bif Naked.
Where: Four Seasons Fifty Two 80 Bistro & 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: Suzanne Wilson Local gal with an acoustic guitar covering everything from 60s folk classics to modern rockers with the odd original thrown in for spice.
Where: Crystal Lounge
Who: Cameron Chu Live jazz, soul and R&B with the house piano man and guests. Special New Year’s menu.
Where: Bearfoot Bistro & Champagne Bar
Who: The Hairfarmers/Cold Snap Legendary local duo Guitar Doug and Grateful Greg for apres from 3 to 6 p.m. The old Boot-Pub house band Cold Snap returns with its five-piece psychedelic rock for evening show.
Where: Dusty’s
What: Amateur Strip Night Whistler wild women from the crowd strip away inhabitions at the 4th annual Boot Ballet Amateur Night. This isn’t the ballet your mom took you to. Last year’s show had line ups out the door, so get there early for the exotic dance show.
Where: Boot Pub
Who: Monkey Business Classic rock.
Where: Pemberton Hotel
Who: The Furious Ska, Latin jazz, reggae and urban rhythm mix. Show 9 p.m. Cover $5.
Where: Howe Sound Inn
CLUBS AND DJs
What: Full Moon Party DJ Tone and party DJ Phroh, Lava, Nooks and Kittypuss mix a howling dance floor for the full moon. No cover. Show 10 p.m. Apres with DJ Buddah.
Where: Merlin’s
Who: DJ Easy Leigh Local turntable master plays latest music and favourite tunes. Doors 8 p.m.
Where: Moe Joe’s
What: Goodtimes The hottest Top 40, R&B and club tracks on the charts shake up a packed dance floor. Doors 9 p.m.
Where: Tommy Africa’s
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: Vambeck & Fister Local DJ Peter Vambeck on deck for apres from 3-9 p.m. DJ Mr. Fister a.k.a. Chili Thom spins wicked mix of funk and electro breaks from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Where: GLC
Sunday, January15
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
What: The Punk Night Whistler’s ultimate anti-club night. This week The Black Halos, Black Collar Crowd and Whitey.
Where: Boot Pub
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)
What: Jam Session Play along side the best with Reggae Master Kostaman leading the way. Show 9 p.m.
Where: Crystal Lounge
Who: Doug, Cam & Shannon Good time Celtic rockers with Whistler legend Guitar Doug, Cam Salay and Juno-award-winning fiddler Shannon Saunders. Apres 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Evening show 8 p.m. to midnight.
Where: Dubh Linn Gate
Who: Peter Wilson Cover classics on the ivories. Shows 6 to 8 p.m. and 10 p.m. to midnight.
Where: Mallard Lounge
Who: The Hairfarmers Legendary local duo Guitar Doug and Grateful Greg for apres from 3 to 6 p.m.
Where: GLC
What: Hot Club of Mars Tune into red hot gypsy jazz with sultry originals, scorching tangos and vintage swing standards to get you dancing. Tickets $15/$12.
Where: Brackendale Art Gallery in Squamish
CLUBS AND DJs
What: S.I.N. DJ Easyleigh spins hip hop, Top 40, dancehall and all your favourite tracks. Doors 8 p.m. No cover.
Where: Moe Joe’s
What: Industry New Year’s Toronto’s DJ Jelo returns with latest release Live@System. His signature hard house tracks sold out last year’s show. Tickets $5. Show 9 p.m. to midnight.
Where: Savage Beagle
What: Locals Night End the weekend of madness with local DJs and giveaways.
Where: Longhorn Saloon
What: Soul Kitchen DJ Czech is on deck with electro grooves along side Tommy’s infamous Go Go girls. Doors 9 p.m.
Where: Tommy Africa’s
What: Fire & Icy Local DJ on deck for apres from 3:30-6:30 p.m. and DJ Riccochet from 6:30-8:30 p.m. DJ Rob Banks heats up evening with After Fire & Icy Party at 9 p.m.
Where: GLC
Who: DJ Buddah Slow Nerve Action’s turntablist throws down dance favourites for apres set.
Where: Merlin’s
Monday, January16
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
Who: Dark Star Longtime local Grateful Dead cover band Dark Star jams Dead classics.
Where: Boot Pub
Who: Mortiz Behm The former Paperboy and Barney Bentall fiddler strikes up Celtic favourites with special guests. Apres 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Evening show 8 p.m. to midnight.
Where: Dubh Linn Gate
Who: Peter Wilson Cover classics on the ivories. Shows 6 to 8 p.m. and 10 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
CLUBS AND DJs
What: ‘80s Night Retro tracks with 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
What: Mash Up Mondays World-class DJs spin along side long-time local turntablists. This week special breaks night with Marky Mark and OJ for a night of funky, dirty beats. Opens with local resident DJ Toddski. Doors 10 p.m.
Where: Savage Beagle
Who: Ritchie & Ace DJ Vinyl Ritchie shakes things up for apres from 3-9 p.m. Foxy Moron spins everything from old soul funk to indie rock and electronic- basically anything but new country for the After Dark session from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. The fierce go go dancer sensation calls it ChunkaSoulFunkDiscoRocktronic.
Where: GLC
What: Underground Sessions DJs Guggi and Figo spin funk, electrohouse and breaks. Doors 8 p.m.
Where: Moe Joe’s
What: Ill Out Mondays Spence Diamonds, a resident DJ from Toronto over the past 15 years, pumps up a packed dance floor. The jet-setting DJ has shared stages with the likes of 50 Cent, Jay Z, Choclair and de la soul.
Where: Garfinkel’s
Tuesday, January17
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
Who: Mortiz Behm The former Paperboy and Barney Bentall fiddler strikes up Celtic favourites with special guests. Apres 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Evening show 8 p.m. to midnight.
Where: Dubh Linn Gate
Who: Peter Wilson Cover classics on the ivories. Shows 6 to 8 p.m. and 10 p.m. to midnight.
Where: Mallard Lounge
What: Anniversary Party Join Mick Dalla-vee to celebrate Tapley's 25 th birthday.
Where; Tapley's Bar
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
What: Rocket Lounge Late night hangout with music, pool tables, movies, internet access, snacks and alcohol-free drinks. This week local DJs on deck. Drop in between 8pm and midnight. Entry is free for LUNA members and $2 non-members.
Where: MY Millennium Place
CLUBS AND DJs
What: Showdown at C-Side Local DJs battle out on the decks for cash and bragging rights. Winner plays Jan. 31. Show starts at 9 p.m.
Where: Joey Chan’s
What: Brand New Styles DJ Rob Banks spins a hard mix of rock and rap favourites. Doors 9 p.m.
Where: Tommy Africa’s
What: Play Every week guest DJs from Kori K.
Where: Garfinkel’s
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: DJ Seanski Hip hop local turntablist on deck. Doors 8 p.m.
Where: Moe Joe’s
Who: Feet & Ritchie DJ Feet on deck for apres from 3-9 p.m. DJ Vinyl Ritchie takes over at 9 p.m. with original b-boy breaks, funk, rare grooves and reggae all on 45s.
Where: GLC
Who: djtone Sit back for apres with Solar Tribe Collective's ambient vibe.
Where: Merlin’s
Wednesday, January18
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
Who: Kung Fu Karaoke Sing all your favourites with the multi-talented Steve Jiu at the Creekside Chinese eatery. Prizes for best performance. Show starts 9 p.m.
Where: Joey Chan’s
What: Open Mic Night Grateful Greg and Creekside Phil of A Whole Lotta Led invite singers, guitarists and drummers to the mic every Wednesday.
Where: Dusty’s
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: Wes Makepeace & Jay Greenway Acoustic rockers by two local boys.
Where: BBK’s (Upper Village)
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: Kostaman Jam Join Whistler’s own Reggae star Kostaman for 9 p.m. jam session.
Where: Black’s Pub
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
Who: Bukem & Conrad LTJ Bukem and MC Conrad return for another sell-out show.
Where: Garfinkel’s
What: Industry Night Rockin’ locals scene and giveaways galore.
Where: Buffalo Bill’s
What: Shake ‘N Break Expect chunky, funky break beats spun by DJs Lennie and Ricochet. Shake it up with Tommy’s infamous Go Go girls. Doors 9 p.m.
Where: Tommy Africa’s
Who: DJ Rob Banks All your listening favourites banked into one night.
Where: Tapley’s Sports Bar
What: Jungle Time Internationally renowned local scratch wizard Mat the Alien, recently voted number one DJ in Whistler, breaks into hip hop, funk and dancehall beats for the GI Joe and Jane-inspired costume party. Prizes for best costumes. Mud may be involved. Doors 9 p.m.
Where: Moe Joe’s
Who: DJ Milton Local turntablist is all about funky beats and bass for apres from 3-9 p.m.
Where: GLC
Who: DJ J-Rawks Local DJ spins what she wants for apres.
Where: Merlin’s
Thursday, January19
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
What: Reggae Night Live reggae grooves with locals Kostaman & DJ Phroh. Doors 8 p.m.
Where: Moe Joe’s
Who: The Hairfarmers Legendary local duo Guitar Doug and Grateful Greg sing your cover favourites for a Whistler Adaptive Sport Program (WASP) fundraiser. Show 8 p.m.
Where: Hoz’s Pub
What: Triple Threat Thursdays The inaugural weekly event kicks off with the sensational multi-talented Steve Jiu hosting a competition of rap battles, spoken word, karaoke and open jams for great prizes and entertainment.
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: 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: 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: Living Room Weekly rotation of live local musicians play cover favourites for Club Shred. This week the Living Room with laid back jams with locals Mike Redmond, Phil-T-Beats and Raj. DJ Buddah warms up crowd for apres.
Where: Merlin’s
What: Snowbound The monthly LUNA series features the latest snowboard flicks and a late-night snack from Four ‘N Twenty and Monster energy drink. $3 for LUNA members (ages 18-29) and $5 for non-members. Show 9 p.m.
Where: MY Millennium Place
CLUBS AND DJs
What: Locals Night Popular party night around these parts with local DJs on the decks.
Where: Garfinkel’s
Who: Ace & Milton Foxy Moron a.k.a. Ace spins everything from old soul funk to indie rock and electro for apres from 3-9 p.m. DJs Milton and Toddski Break Down the House with funky beats and bass for After Dark Session.
Where: GLC
What: Party Beats Paul Moritz spins fresh and funky house along side the infamous Go Go girls. Doors 9 p.m.
Where: Tommy Africa’s
Up coming shows
Hooked on blues Whistler Entertainment presents John Lee Hooker Tuesday, Jan. 24 at Buffalo Bill’s and Wednesday, Jan. 25 at the GLC. Advanced tickets are $20 by calling 604-932-2446.
Legendary Blues Whistler Entertainment presents James Cotton Tuesday, Jan. 31 at the GLC. Advanced tickets are $25 by calling 604-905-2220.
Australia Day Celebrate with the rest of Whistler’s kangaroos Thursday, Jan. 26 at 7 p.m. at Moe Joe’s. Advanced tickets $12 at Evolution. Tickets $15 at door.
Mechanical Bull Mosey on down Thursday, Jan. 26 to the Pemberton Hotel for a wild ride.
AC/DC Tribute Back by popular demand, BC/DC rocks Friday, Jan. 27 at the GLC.
