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Week of March 9-16, 2006

Thursday, March9

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

Who: 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: 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: Club Shred Weekly rotation of live local musicians play cover favourites for Club Shred. Apres with DJ Buddah and punked reggae from Dub Empire.

Where: Merlin’s

What: Karate Extravaganza Mr Myagi’s Wake parties Karate Kid style with board breaking, fire-sword performance, fire spinning, suicide wing eating contests, karate demonstrations, Karate Kid movies, dance music from DJ Stoli and prizes for best costume at the Creekside Chinese eatery. Admission by donation to Whistler Martial Arts.

Where: Joey Chan’s

What: Japanese Movie Screening Howl’s Moving Castle follows the story of young Sophie Hatter who is doomed to an uninteresting life as a hat maker, but fate has other plans for her. Cursed by the Witch of the Waste, she finds her way to a moving castle inhabited by the wizard Howl who seeks love to break his curse. Show 8 p.m.

Where: Rainbow Theatre

CLUBS AND DJs

What: Red Velvet Electro Funk from the one and only Mister Fister with DJ Parris opening the night.

Where: Maxx Fish

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

Where: Garfinkel’s

Who: Mark Dynamix Australia’s number one house DJ is back with new electro beats. Advanced $15 tickets available at HotBox Internet Cafe and Tommy’s. Tickets $20 at the door. DJ Jamie Vale warms up crowds at 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

Who: DJ Mike Bitze Local turntable talent spins out apres from 3:30-6:30 p.m.

Where: Four Seasons Fifty Two 80 Bistro & Bar

 

Friday, March10

LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS

Who: Rich Cochrane Not to be confused with Tom, laid back guitar versions of anything and everything from 9:30 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Where: Black’s Pub

Who: Dr Dave Acoustic favourites from local rocker.

Where: BBK’s (Upper Village)

Who: Kel & Joel Live acoustic tunes.

Where: Tapley’s Sports Bar

Who: Mike Weterings Acoustic folk-rock with African world beat rhythms.

Where: Crystal Lounge

Who: The Hairfarmers Legendary local duo Guitar Doug and Grateful Greg for apres from 3 to 6 p.m. DJ Chris Viner on deck for evening show with dee house, afro beat and soulful rhythms of past, present, future.

Where: GLC

Who: The Hairfarmers Legendary local duo Guitar Doug and Grateful Greg at 8:30 p.m.

Where: Merlin’s

Who: Kettle’s On High energy Celtic & Irish pub favourites from Ontario band. Apres 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Evening 8 p.m. to midnight.

Where: Dubh Linn Gate Pub

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

What: Last Call Ladies Night Local rockers Last Call play live with hip hop and house favourites from DJ Easy Leigh. No cover for ladies. Doors 8 p.m.

Where: Moe Joe’s

Who: Big Radio Static Classic rock.

Where: Pemberton Hotel

CLUBS AND DJs

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: Mardi Gras Party Beads, babes and brews for New Orleans fun.

Where: Longhorn Saloon

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, March11

LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS

Who: Kettle’s On High energy Celtic & Irish pub favourites from Ontario band. Apres 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Evening 8 p.m. to midnight.

Where: Dubh Linn Gate Pub

Who: Kathleen Edwards After opening for the Rolling Stones and Bob Dylan, the roots-country singer/songwriter squeezes in solo music set for a cause at The Red Party. Evening includes concert, silent auction and wine tasting. Tickets are $50. Proceeds benefit BC Cancer Society research for ovarian cancer. Legendary local duo Guitar Doug and Grateful Greg for apres from 3 to 6 p.m.

Where: GLC

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: Mike Weterings Acoustic folk-rock with African world beat rhythms.

Where: Crystal Lounge

Who: Damage Inc. Get your Metallica fix with the heavy metal tribute band.

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: Chris Kelly Acoustic covers from local rocker from 3-6 p.m.

Where: Citta

Who: Big Radio Static Classic rock.

Where: Pemberton Hotel

Who: Santa Lucia High energy Latin gets funky with big brass section and salsa rhythms. Tickets $8/$10. Doors 9 p.m.

Where: Howe Sound Inn in Squamish

What: The Paperboys The Vancouver Celtic-inspired roots rockers get you in the mood for St. Patty’s Day along with Latin, Mexican and bluegrass stock. Tickets $18. Show 8 p.m.

Where: Brackendale Art Gallery in Squamish

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 & J-Rawks Slow Nerve Action’s DJ Buddah on deck for apres. DJ J-Rawks spins what she wants at 9 p.m.

Where: Merlin’s

Sunday, March12

LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS

What: Comedy Night International guest comedians tickle the funny bone at 8 p.m.

Where: Buffalo Bill’s

What: The Punk Night Whistler’s ultimate anti-club night. This week Daggermouth returns with fast, hard punk blows. The group likens its sound to Hulk Hogan leg dropping Andre the Giant. Joined by Deadsure and Countdown to Life.

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)

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

Where: Brewhouse Pub

Who: 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: Jack Velker Humour and warmth accompany the chillin' pianist virtuoso.

Where: Mallard Lounge

Who: Kettle’s On High energy Celtic & Irish pub favourites from Ontario band. Apres 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Evening 8 p.m. to midnight.

Where: Dubh Linn Gate Pub

CLUBS AND DJs

What: DJ Steve Jiu Local turntable talent gets crowds bumping with hip hop, Top 40 and dancehall. Doors 8 p.m.

Where: Moe Joe’s

Who: Ace & Banks Funky, retro, electro and everything in between from DJ Ace 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 Deekline shares phat booty breaks, which have received numerous accolades including best single for All Your Love, best producer and outstanding contribution to breakbeat at the 2006 Breakspoll. The U.K. turntablist is most famous for Don’t Smoke (Da Reefer). Doors 9 p.m. Tickets $10.

Where: Tommy Africa’s

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

Where: Merlin’s

Monday, March13

LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS

What: Monday Madness Weekly rotation of guest bands from all over North America. This week Western Canadian Music Award nominees Blue Voodoo bring acoustic, roots blues to the locals’ living room.

Where: Boot Pub

WHO: Rob Funk Celtic acoustics get funky with traditional jigs and bold originals. Apres 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Evening show 8 p.m. to midnight.

Where: Dubh Linn Gate

Who: Jack Velker Humour and warmth accompany the chillin' pianist virtuoso.

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.

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

What: Toga Party Don your best sheets to fit into the Roman decor setting of drapes and columns at local hot spot.

Where: Savage Beagle

What: Underground Sessions House music at its finest from local turntablists. Doors 8 p.m.

Where: Moe Joe’s

Who: Toddski & Foxy DJ Toddski 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, March14

LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS

What: Rob Tamblyn Original and cover acoustic favourites with runner up of the 2006 Whistler Battle of the Bands.

Where: Crystal Lounge

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

Where: Buffalo Bill’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 show 8 p.m. to midnight.

Where: Dubh Linn Gate

Who: Jack Velker Humour and warmth accompany the chillin' pianist virtuoso.

Where: Mallard Lounge

What: Rocket Lounge The local hangout night hosts a late night drum circle. 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

What: T&A Tuesdays DJ Rosco spins all night. Doors 8 p.m.

Where:Moe Joe’s

Who: Ruffian & Ritchie DJ Ruffian 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, March15

LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS

What: The Paperboys The Vancouver Celtic-inspired roots rockers get you in the mood for St. Patty’s Day along with Latin, Mexican and bluegrass stock. Tickets $22/$18.

Where: MY Millennium Place

What: Sleddog The prairie born boys are all about intelligent lyrics and catchy hooks that rock. Cover $5. Doors 9 p.m.

Where: Garfinkel’s

What: 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

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 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: 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

Who: G Willy Acoustic favourites for apres.

Where: Crystal Lounge

What: Music Bingo Test your music trivia at 8 p.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: Misstress Barbara The internationally acclaimed Italian DJ drops techno fame for electro and minimal-style mix. Advanced $15 tickets available at GLC or $20 at the door. Doors 9 p.m. DJ Peter Vambeck warms up apres crowds with soulful house, breaks and electro.

Where: GLC

What: Shake ‘N Break Chunky, funky break beats with DJs Lennie and Ricochet. They supply the breaks and Tommy’s go go girls the shakes. 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: Vegas Party Party Las Vegas style with funk, hip hop and breaks from international scratch wizard Mat the Alien. Doors 8 p.m.

Where: Moe Joe’s

Who: J-Rawks & Solartribe Local DJ spins what she wants for apres. The Solartribe collective delivers another legendary Full Moon Party at 10 p.m.

Where: Merlin’s

Thursday, March16

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

Who: 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: 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 Electro Funk from the one and only Mister Fister with DJ Parris opening the night.

Where: Maxx Fish

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

Where: Garfinkel’s

Who: 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

Upcoming Shows

Pacifica rocks out March 22 at the GLC. Advanced $10 tickets available at GLC or $15 at the door.

The Mad Caps return to Whistler Monday, March 20 at the Boot Pub.

The Beautiful Girls are a Whistler favourite from down under April 1 & 3 at the Boot Pub.

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