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Week of January 5-12
Thursday, January 5

Thursday, January 5

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 turntables, 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

Who: Guitar Doug The man, the hair, the legend. Doug strums tunes worth a toast of your pint. Apres 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Evening 8 p.m. to midnight.

Where: Dubh Linn Gate Pub

Who: Jack Velker Velker's repertoire features rootsy renditions of popular tunes drawn from jazz, blues, folk and world music. Shows 3:30-5:30 p.m. and 9 p.m. to midnight.

Where: Mallard Lounge

What: Rhyme and Reason Learn the art of spoken word and rap at a hip hop workshop hosted by VanCity hip-hop artist Ndidi Cascade as part of the 2006 LUNA program. $5 for LUNA members (ages 18-29) and $7 for non-members. Workshop starts at 8:30 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: Kio & Milton Kid Kio drops the beats for apres from 3-9 p.m. DJs Milton and Toddski get the dance floor shaking with funky beat and bass from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Where: GLC

What: Club Shred Weekly rotation of live local musicians play cover favourites. DJ Buddah on deck for apres set.

Where: Merlin’s

What: Party Beats DJ Nooks spins fresh funky house to pack the dance floor weekly. Doors 9 p.m.

Where: Tommy Africa’s

Friday, January 6

LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS

Who: Rita Whistler’s blues diva Rita Asfar returns with her finger-picking blues standards and original tunes.

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: Gordo Plus One Veteran musician covers decades of great roots, blues and rock n' roll with lead guitar from Pierre Eady.

Where: Crystal Lounge

Who: Lyndon Davies The accomplished pianist and guitarist has entertained audiences in over 15 countries throughout the world. Shows 6 to 8 p.m. and 10 p.m. to midnight.

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. Daddio of the patio Guitar Doug goes solo at 8:30 p.m.

Where: Merlin’s

Who: Murphy's Lagh High energy Celtic & Irish pub favourites. Apres 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Evening show 8 p.m. to midnight.

Where: Dubh Linn Gate

Who: Show of Hands 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: Jack Velker Velker's repertoire features rootsy renditions of popular tunes drawn from jazz, blues, folk and world music. 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: Ellonen & She Stole My Beer DJ Ellonen lays down apres tracks from 3-9 p.m. She Stole My Beer rocks it out for Colin Pine’s and Jeff Morgan’s birthdays from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

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, January 7

LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS

Who: Murphy's Lagh High energy Celtic & Irish pub favourites. Apres 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Evening show 8 p.m. to midnight.

Where: Dubh Linn Gate

Who: Lyndon Davies The accomplished pianist and guitarist has entertained audiences in over 15 countries throughout the world. Shows 6 to 8 p.m. and 10 p.m. to midnight.

Where: Four Seasons Fifty Two 80 Bistro & Bar

Who: Kostaman & DJ Phroh Live acoustic reggae and dancehall DJ mixes at the Creekside Chinese Eatery.

Where: Joey Chan’s

Who: Jack Velker Velker's repertoire features rootsy renditions of popular tunes drawn from jazz, blues, folk and world music. Shows 3:30-5:30 p.m. and 9 p.m. to midnight.

Where: Mallard Lounge

Who: Gordo Plus One Veteran musician covers decades of great roots, blues and rock n' roll with lead guitar from Pierre Eady.

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 Legendary local duo Guitar Doug and Grateful Greg for apres from 3 to 6 p.m.

Where: GLC

Who: Show of Hands Classic rock.

Where: Pemberton Hotel

CLUBS AND DJs

Who: DJ Buddah Slow Nerve Action’s turntablist throws down dance favourites for apres set.

Where: Merlin’s

Who: DJ Easy Leigh Local turntable master plays latest music and favourite tunes.

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: Mr. Fister Local DJs on deck for apres from 3-9 p.m. DJ Mr. Fister a.k.a. Chili Thom spins a wicked mix of funk and electro breaks from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Where: GLC

Sunday, January 8

LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS

What: The Punk Night Whistler’s ultimate anti-club night. This week a tribute to the rock gods we worship with Power Clown, a gaggle of freakish clowns who pay tribute to Iron Maiden as well as a Misfits tribute band called The Mishits which brings you closer to the original band than any other.

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.

Where: Crystal Lounge

Who: Rob Funk Toe tapping favorites and Celtic traditional tunes with a funky twist. Apres 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Evening show 8 p.m. to midnight.

Where: Dubh Linn Gate

Who: Lyndon Davies The accomplished pianist and guitarist has entertained audiences in over 15 countries throughout the world. Shows 6 to 8 p.m. and 10 p.m. to midnight.

Where: Mallard Lounge

CLUBS AND DJs

What: S.I.N. DJ Easyleigh spins hip hop, Top 40, dancehall and all your favourite tracks. Doors 9 p.m.

Where: Moe Joe’s

What: Industry New Year’s Invite-only celebration with body-painted women.

Where: Savage Beagle

What: Locals Night End the weekend of madness with local DJs and giveaways.

Where: Longhorn Saloon

What: Soul Kitchen Skool is in session Sunday, Jan. 8 at Tommy Africa’s with Skool of Thought. His first break was at Carnage night in St. Albans followed by teaming with Krafty Kuts to launch SuperCharged club night with shows in Australia, Canada and Spain. He founded two labels Against the Grain and Supercharged, selling more than a quarter of a million albums world wide. He later released the single Sound Check with Krafty Kuts and Feel the Music with Ed Solo. He is also responsible for remixes of Beastie Boys’ Fight for your Right. Tickets are $8/$10. Available at Hotbox and Electric Daisy. Doors 9 p.m.

Where: Tommy Africa’s

Who: Ace & DJ Dopey Foxy Moron a.k.a. DJ Ace spins everything from old soul funk to indie rock and electronic for apres from 3-9 p.m. DMC World Champion DJ Dopey battles hip hop crowds 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, January 9

LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS

Who: Slammin’ Jack The CD release party kicks off the band’s six-week national tour. Expect a roots, prog-rock, jazz, funk and ambient electronica mix from the Vancouver groovers.

Where: Boot Pub

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: Lyndon Davies The accomplished pianist and guitarist has entertained audiences in over 15 countries throughout the world. Shows 6 to 8 p.m. and 10 p.m. to midnight.

Where: Mallard Lounge

Who: Sailesh Leave any insecurities at the door. Internationally acclaimed hypnotist Sailesh delivers a completely uncensored, wild and entertaining show that tours around the world. Tickets $10. Doors 8 p.m. DJ J-Rawks warms up crowd for apres.

Where: Merlin’s

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

What: Mash Up Mondays World-class DJs spin along side long-time local turntablists. This week Mathematics with resident DJs Lava and Plastic Surgeon. Mathematics blends soulfulness with drum n’ bass. The duo’s music has been released on high-profile labels such as Hospital, CIA and Defunked. Doors 10 p.m. Cover $5.

Where: Savage Beagle

Who: Ruffian & Ace DJ Ruffian 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 night 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

Who: Maestro Fresh Wes Canadian hip hop legend Maestro Fresh Wes joins mystery guest for Ill Out Monday. His music led to the implementation of a rap category at the Juno Awards in 1991 when he was nominated for five awards with two wins. His single "Let Your Backbone Slide" is still the only Canadian hip hop artist song to go gold. Also a silverscreen star, you might have caught him in Honey, Soul Food or Redemption. First 50 tickets $7, $10 thereafter. Advanced tickets at Electric Daisy Internet Cafe.

Where: Garfinkel’s

Tuesday, January 10

LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS

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: Lyndon Davies The accomplished pianist and guitarist has entertained audiences in over 15 countries throughout the world. Shows 6 to 8 p.m. and 10 p.m. to midnight.

Where: Mallard Lounge

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. Drop in between 8pm and midnight. Entry is free for LUNA members and $2 non-members.

Where: MY Millennium Place

CLUBS AND DJs

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: Ace & Ritchie Foxy Moron a.k.a. DJ Ace spins everything from old soul funk to indie rock and electronic 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

What: Fundraiser Party it up at the Whistler Whoosh Women’s Volleyball team fundraiser. Apres set with DJ Tone.

Where: Merlin’s

Wednesday, January 11

LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS

What: Kung Fu Karaoke Sing all your favourites with the crazy and multi-talented Steve Jiu at the Creekside Chinese eatery. Prizes for best performance.

Where: Joey Chan’s

What: Fall of Summer Local rockers play all your favourites.

Where: Garf’s

Who: Sailesh Leave any insecurities at the door. Internationally acclaimed hypnotist Sailesh delivers a completely uncensored, wild and entertaining show that tours around the world.

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: 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

What: Shake ‘N Break Expect chunky, funky break beats spun by DJs Lennie and Ricochet. Joined by special guest DJ Toddski. 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 8 p.m.

Where: Moe Joe’s

Who: DJ Phroh DJ Phroh on deck for apres from 3-9 p.m. Local DJ spins late night session from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Where: GLC

Who: DJ J-Rawks Local DJ spins what he wants for apres.

Where: Merlin’s

Thursday, January 12

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 turntables, 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: Japanese Movie Check out All About Lily Chou-Chou as the first of a monthly Japanese movie series presented by LUNA. Like the English rock musical Quadrophenia, the film captures the angst and rebellion of adolescence. $2 for LUNA members (ages 18-29) and $4 for non-members. Show 9 p.m.

Where: TBA

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. DJ Ace spins everything from old soul funk to indie rock and electronic for apres from 3-9 p.m. SJ Milton and Toddski get the dance floor shaking with funky beat and bass from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Where: GLC

What: Club Shred Weekly rotation of live local musicians play cover favourites. This week internationally acclaimed hypnotist Sailesh delivers a completely uncensored, wild and entertaining show that tours around the world. Tickets $10. Doors 8 p.m. DJ Buddah warms up crowd for apres.

Where: Merlin’s

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

Up coming shows

Hooked on blues Whistler Entertainment presents John Lee Hooker Tuesday, Jan. 24 at Buffalo Bill’s. Advanced tickets are $20 by calling 604-932-6613.

Legendary Blues Whistler Entertainment presents James Cotton Tuesday, Jan. 31 at the GLC. Advanced tickets are $25 by calling 604-905-2220.