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Thursday, NOVEMBER 27 LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS Who: Cameron Chu Whistler’s own piano man tickles the ivories with classics and smooth rolling favourites.

Thursday,

NOVEMBER 27

LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS

Who: Cameron Chu   Whistler’s own piano man tickles the ivories with classics and smooth rolling favourites.

Where: The Bearfoot Bistro

 

What: The Dark Side of Oz The classic children’s flick, “The Wizard of Oz,” is paired with the coveted Pink Floyd album, “The Dark Side of the Moon,” with some eerie side effects. Shows at 7:30 p.m. and 10 p.m. Tickets $10.

Where: MY Millennium Place

 

What: Live Music   International and local artists live from   3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. and 9 p.m. to midnight. Tonight, Jen Lewin kicks off apres sessions!

Where: Mallard Lounge at Fairmont

 

Who: Brother Twang Prepare to have your eardrums enthralled by this group’s mix of original music and reworked covers. Show starts at 9 p.m.

Where: FireRock Lounge at the Westin

 

Wh0: Bruce Coughlan High energy Celtic and Irish pub faves, with a bit of rock and roll and folk thrown in for good measure.

Where: Dubh Linn Gate Old Irish Pub

 

Who: Kraak & Smaak This innvotive Dutch electronic group brings new material from their latest album, “Plastic People,” to town. Their music incorporates everything from twangy banjo to subtle strings, and is a “must-see” live show for all. Tickets $15 in advance at GLC, Katmandu and The Hub.

Where: GLC

 

Wh0: JP’S Kitchen Party Serving up homestyle country and rock classics, with a side of 25 cent wings after 5 p.m.

Where: Pemberton Hotel

CLUBS AND DJs

Who: DJ Dakota Local DJ extraordinaire spins the night away with some stellar sets, plus, a season pass giveaway tonight, just for good measure!

Where: Crystal Lounge

 

Who: Vinyl Ritchie Celebrate opening day with the Fish crew! DJ Vinyl Ritchie (aka Scottie Arkwell) plays stellar funk-laden 45’s and jamming breaks to get one and all out on the dance floor. Doors at 9:30 p.m.

Where: Maxx Fish

 

What: Happy Thursday Snowboard.com presents Whistler’s hottest talent on the decks; snowboard and turntable alike. DJ R3 dishes out during this popular local’s night.

Where: Garfinkel’s

 

What: Party Beats   Expect a serious party, with a performance by Party Beat’s headliner, Al Churchill, playing new and popular electro house, coupled with funky, wobbly fidget. Doors at 10 p.m.

Where: Tommy Africa’s

 

What: Thursday Takeover Don’t let the name deceive you, DJ Metal plays just about anything to get the crowd moving: spinning some super fresh hip hop, reggae, electronic and more. Doors at 10 p.m.

Where: Moe Joe’s

Friday,

NOVEMBER 28

LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS

Who: Cameron Chu   Whistler’s own piano man tickles the ivories with classics and smooth rolling favourites.

Where: The Bearfoot Bistro

 

What: Fairmont Friday International and local artists live from   3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. and 9 p.m. to midnight. Tonight, the Goby Catt Duo.

Where: Mallard Lounge at Fairmont

 

Wh0: 3 Legged Ginger This four-piece band specializes in rock ‘n’ roll classics. $5 cover.

Where: Pemberton Hotel

 

Wh0: Bruce Coughlan High energy Celtic and Irish pub faves, with a bit of rock and roll and folk thrown in for good measure.

Where: Dubh Linn Gate Old Irish Pub

 

Who: Brother Twang Prepare to have your eardrums enthralled by this group’s mix of original music and reworked covers. Show starts at 9 p.m.

Where: Tapley’s Pub

 

Who: G Willy Acoustic everything from one of the happiest strummers in town.

Where: Crystal Lounge

 

Who: The Hairfarmers The infamous local duo of Guitar Doug and Grateful Greg bring the house down with their endless list of cover classics. Check out their first apres party of the season, starting at 3:30 p.m.

Where: Merlin’s

 

What: Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour One of the world’s most prestigious mountain film festivals hits town, offering up 13 short and feature-length films over two days. Shows start at 7 p.m. Visit Escape Route to purchase tickets. Where: My Millennium Place

CLUBS AND DJs

What: Heat Friday   DJ Kid SL, the Ottawa DMC champ, does a guest spot, ripping it up with club hits, hip hop and old school.

Where: Savage Beagle

 

Who: Puf the Majik DJ Puf plays a mix of Top 40, R&B, retro and party classics. Doors at 9:30 p.m.

Where: Maxx Fish

 

What: Weekend Party Come for dinner, stay for the party! The crowd is mature and the vibe is great, with DJ Diamond Doug playing an assortment of old and new hits. Doors at 8 p.m.

Where: Buffalo Bill’s

 

WhAT: Ladies Night There isn’t a lot of room on the dance floor at this Friday night hotspot. DJ Dakota is on the decks, keeping the crowd happy with his high-energy mix of classic hip hop, R&B, top 40, dance, club anthems, electro and more. Ladies get in free! Doors at 9:30 p.m.

Where: Moe Joe’s

 

What: The Grind Whistler’s finest party rocking. DJ Rosco gets the dancefloor grinding, dropping some classic hip hop and club anthems, and throwing some electro bangers into the mix. VIP treatment for ladies.

Where: Garfinkel’s

 

What: Mountain Fridays Start your weekend off right, with a special guest, DJ Praiz, spinning old school hip hop, rock, breaks, mash-ups and reggae dancehall to get the club jumpin’. Doors at 10 p.m. Free cover.

Where: Tommy Africa’s

Saturday,

November 29

LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS

Who: Cameron Chu   Whistler’s own piano man tickles the ivories with classics and smooth rolling favourites.

Where: The Bearfoot Bistro

 

Wh0: Bruce Coughlan High energy Celtic and Irish pub faves, with a bit of rock and roll and folk thrown in for good measure.

Where: Dubh Linn Gate Old Irish Pub

 

What: Live Music   International and local artists live from   3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. and 9 p.m. to midnight.   Tonight, the Goby Catt Duo.

Where: Mallard Lounge at Fairmont

 

Who: G Willy Acoustic everything from one of the happiest strummers in town.

Where: Crystal Lounge

 

WHo: Whole Lotta Led Close your eyes, and you’d swear its Led Zeppelin on the stage -- these guys know how to seriously rock out. What better way to celebrate the new season?

Where: Longhorn Saloon

 

Who: BC/DC Rising from the ashes of a bush party in ‘09, this tribute band has rocked venues from their own backyard in B.C. to Jackson Hole, Wyoming. Expect a few laughs, as well -- Aussie band raunch coupled with serious rock ‘n’ roll fury. $20 cover.

Where: Pemberton Hotel

 

What: M.A.D.E. (Music - Art - Dance - Expression) Presented by the Pemberton Arts Council, this evening soiree offers up an impressive display from 30 local artists -- photography, painting, sculpture and much more. Funk master Papa Josh provides the groovy dance track from 10:30 p.m. till midnight, and an earlier jazz guitar set at 9 p.m. 19+. Event starts at 8 p.m., entry by donation.

Where: Pemberton Community Centre

 

Who: The Hairfarmers The infamous local duo of Guitar Doug and Grateful Greg bring the house down with their endless list of cover classics during an impressive apres session, starting at 3:30 p.m.

Where: Dusty’s

 

What: Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour One of the world’s most prestigious mountain film festivals hits town, offering up 13 short and feature-length films over two days. Shows start at 7 p.m. Visit Escape Route to purchase tickets. Where: My Millennium Place

CLUBS AND DJs

What: Seduction Saturday   Come out and get seduced... The dynamic duo of DJ Rosco and MC Nobody Really make the club bounce like none other: Rosco, spinning an eclectic mix of hip hop, electro and club anthems all night long, while Nobody Really spits verses to get the crowd pumped up. Doors at 9:30 p.m.

Where: Moe Joe’s

 

Who: Puf the Majik DJ Puf gets dirty with a mix of R&B grinders, retro rockers and big club anthems. Doors at 9:30 p.m.

Where: Maxx Fish

 

What: Weekend Party Come for dinner, stay for the party! The crowd is mature and the vibe is great, with DJ Diamond Doug playing an assortment of old and new hits. Doors at 8 p.m.

Where: Buffalo Bill’s

 

What: Ladies VIP Saturdays The weekend crowd rocks out to Whistler’s party DJs throwing down top 40s, house tracks and your favourite 80’s hits. The dance floor is always full for this party. This week, DJ Oli Maxwell rocks the weekend out with mash-ups, old school, hip hop, top 40 hits, house and much more. Doors at 10 p.m. Free cover for ladies till midnight.

Where: Tommy Africa’s

Sunday,

november 30

LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS

Who: Cameron Chu   Whistler’s own piano man tickles the ivories with classics and smooth rolling favourites.

Where: The Bearfoot Bistro

 

What: Jam Night Play alongside Kostaman for Whistler’s longest running jam night. Mics, guitars, bass, drum kit and percussion available. Show 9 p.m.

Where: Crystal Lounge

 

Wh0: Bruce Coughlan High energy Celtic and Irish pub faves, with a bit of rock and roll and folk thrown in for good measure.

Where: Dubh Linn Gate Old Irish Pub

 

What: Live Music   International and local artists live from   3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. and 9 p.m. to midnight. Tonight, Colin Bullock.

Where: Mallard Lounge at Fairmont

 

Who: Priestess Joined by special guests Bison, Flash Lightnin’ and Barn Burner, expect some intense, real hardcore rock ‘n’ roll. Doors at 9 p.m. Tickets $15 in advance at GLC, Katmandu and The Hub.

Where: GLC

CLUBS AND DJs

WHat: Locals’ Night Prepare to have your socks and ski boots rocked off at this legendary party. DJ PHD, the mad scientist, has a degree is making you dance like crazy! Doors at 8 p.m.

Where: Longhorn Saloon

 

what: Soul Kitchen This long-running club night features the best in local and international electronic music. This week, the one and only Mat the Alien cooks up some exclusive mixes and beats -- funk, breaks, glitch and dubstep -- in the kitchen. Doors at 10 p.m.

Where: Tommy Africa’s

 

what: Sunday Sounds Glow in the Dark Party It’s Whistler’s newest house night, with Fidel Ca$hflow supplying the tunes, pumping out an intoxicating mix of high energy house, electro, and mash-ups. Glow sticks and more available at the door! Doors at 9:30 p.m.

Where: Moe Joe’s

Monday,

december 1

LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS

what: Karaoke   “I Will Survive” won’t sing itself, so come out to belt out all your favourite hits.

Where: Crystal Lounge

 

Who: Cameron Chu   Whistler’s own piano man tickles the ivories with classics and smooth rolling favourites.  

Where: The Bearfoot Bistro

 

Wh0: Spy vs. Spy Dr. Dave and Chris Munro team up for an amazing acoustic show.

Where: Dubh Linn Gate Old Irish Pub

 

What: Live Music   International and local artists live from   3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. and 9 p.m. to midnight. Tonight, Colin Bullock.

Where: Mallard Lounge at Fairmont

CLUBS AND DJs

what: Monday Funday DJ Metal will be manning the booth tonight, spinning a seamless mix of hip hop, metal, reggae, electro, mash-ups and more. Doors at 10 p.m., free cover.

Where: Moe Joe’s

 

what: 80’s Night DJ Ryder starts the week off right at this local’s night, with old school dance jams, hip hop classics, and 80’s throwbacks. If you don your finest neon spandex attire and join the party, 1/2 price cover until 11 p.m., and first 50 people through the doors get in for free. Doors at 9:30 p.m.

Where: Tommy Africa’s

 

what: Evever Mondays Rock out to underground house music until the early hours of the morning, with resident DJs DJ006, Surgeon and more. Doors 9 p.m.

Where: Savage Beagle

Tuesday

december 2

LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS

Who: Cameron Chu   Whistler’s own piano man tickles the ivories with classics and smooth rolling favourites.

Where: The Bearfoot Bistro

 

Wh0: Spy vs. Spy Dr. Dave and Chris Munro team up for an amazing acoustic show.

Where: Dubh Linn Gate Old Irish Pub

 

What: Live Music   International and local artists live from   3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. and 9 p.m. to midnight. Tonight, Colin Bullock.

Where: Mallard Lounge at Fairmont

 

Who: D12, Royce Da 5’9” & Joe Budden Seriously? Yep. Members of the infamous D12 crew - Kuniva, Swift, Kon Artis and Bizarre -- have added a Whistler stop to their Never Say Never tour. Expect tight lyrics and a spectacular show from this Shady bunch, as they take the stage with Royce Da 5’9” and Joe Budden. Advance tickets $20 at Billabong. Doors at 9:30 p.m.

Where: Garfinkel’s

Clubs and DJs

What: Celebration Tuesdays Hip hop duo the Faction Sound Crew spins at a favourite longtime local’s night.

Where: Savage Beagle

 

Who: Mat the Alien Renowned resident and international touring DJ Mat the Alien spins hip-hop, metal mash-ups and funky breaks. Doors at 9:30 p.m.

Where: Maxx Fish

 

Wh0: Kings Without Presented by Moe Joe’s Live Concert Series, this four-piece band from the Island plays a groovy mix of rock, reggae, funk and alt soul -- covers and originals. Check ‘em out at www.myspace.com/kingswithout. Doors at 10 p.m.

Where: Moe Joe’s

 

what: The Underground Kitchen Didn’t get enough on Sunday night? Tommy’s has added a brand-new night to their roster, and this week, DJs Kori.K and Toddski step up with an exclusive set of the dirtiest underground beats around -- house, breaks, fidget, drum ‘n’ bass and jungle. Doors at 9:30 p.m. Free cover for locals.

Where: Tommy Africa’s Wednesday

december 3

LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS

what: Rock Band Night Even mightier than Guitar Hero, Rock Band gives you a chance to show everyone what you’re made of on guitar, bass, drums and at the mike.

Where: Crystal Lounge

 

What: Whistler Jam Join Kostaman for Whistler’s favourite local open mic night. Hilltrip and AWARE host their monthly meeting to discuss environmental issues. Entry is by donation, and green drinkers can enjoy beer and appies while they chat and mingle over the music. Meeting from 7 until 10 p.m.

Where: Black’s Pub

 

Who: Cameron Chu   Whistler’s own piano man tickles the ivories with classics and smooth rolling favourites.

Where: The Bearfoot Bistro

 

Wh0: Spy vs. Spy Dr. Dave and Chris Munro team up for an amazing acoustic show.

Where: Dubh Linn Gate Old Irish Pub

 

What: Live Music   International and local artists live from   3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. and 9 p.m. to midnight. Tonight, Colin Bullock.

Where: Mallard Lounge at Fairmont

 

what: Rock Live Wednesday This new regular night is sure to bring homegrown talent into the limelight every second week. Tonight, DJ Rich-A spins a set of rock, old school and remixes to start the night off. Doors at 9:30 p.m. Pool tourney starts at 11 p.m.

Where: Tommy Africa’s

 

Who: Citta’s 25th Anniversary Party Celebrate this milestone with the infamous local duo of Guitar Doug and Grateful Greg, from 5 p.m. till 10 p.m.

Where: Citta’s

CLUBS AND DJs

What: Maxx Fish Anniversary Party The Fish celebrates 10 years in biz with the Jagermeister promo team -- (sounds like trouble) -- plus loads of swag and specials. Zero plays an amazing mix of anthemic electro and funky house. Feel like dancing already? Doors at 9:30 p.m.

Where: Maxx Fish

 

What: Industry Night Tonight, DJ Peacefrog spins house, electro, urban rock. Show up early for a chance to win a Burton board. Doors at 8 p.m.

Where: Buffalo Bill’s

 

What: Mini Jug Wednesdays Breaking up the mundane work week, DJ Praiz of the 12” Spinners Crew supplies a seamless mix of hip hop, funk, R&B, reggae and drum ‘n’ bass. A two-time DMC finalist, check out a master of the craft. Doors at 10 p.m.

Where: Moe Joe’s

Thursday,

december 4

LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS

Who: Cameron Chu   Whistler’s own piano man tickles the ivories with classics and smooth rolling favourites.

Where: The Bearfoot Bistro

 

What: Live Music   International and local artists live from   3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. and 9 p.m. to midnight. Tonight, Colin Bullock.

Where: Mallard Lounge at Fairmont

 

Wh0: Spy vs. Spy Dr. Dave and Chris Munro team up for an amazing acoustic show.

Where: Dubh Linn Gate Old Irish Pub

CLUBS AND DJs

Who: Dirty Thursday Special Dose.ca Film Festival Ed. Join in the fun at the Fish after the Film Festival Gala for the official Dose.ca local’s afterparty, featuring swag and the Red Bull promo team@ DJ Jayclue rocks the house with deep funk and breaks. Doors at 9:30 p.m.

Where: Maxx Fish

 

What: Happy Thursday Snowboard.com presents Whistler’s hottest talent on the decks; snowboard and turntable alike. DJ R3 dishes out during this popular local’s night.

Where: Garfinkel’s

 

What: Party Beats   Expect a serious party, with a performance by Party Beat’s headliners, Tim Livingstone and JT, playing new and popular electro house, coupled with funky, wobbly fidget. Doors at 9:30 p.m.

Where: Tommy Africa’s

 

What: Thursday Takeover Don’t let the name deceive you, DJ Metal plays just about anything to get the crowd moving: spinning some super fresh hip hop, reggae, electronic and more. Doors at 10 p.m.

Where: Moe Joe’s