Thursday, February22
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
Who: Ali Milner Local jazz chanteuse croons out originals and classics. The EMI recording artist is Whistler’s biggest up and coming star. She recently released her self-titled debut album, promoting it on a tour of the Toronto International Film Festival’s hottest parties. Performs from 4-7 p.m.
Where: Fifty Two 80 Bistro Bar
Who: The Hairfarmers You may know the music of legends Grateful Greg and Guitar Doug, but get the inside scoop on what they think of Whistler as the Whistler boys star in the hot new documentary Community Now. The boys crank out a rocking reception after the screening. Free music. Free film. Show 7:30 p.m.
Where: MY Millennium Place
Who: Cameron Chu Laid back jazz and classic sets from Whistler’s most talented piano man.
Where: Bearfoot Bistro
Who: Gnar Boots Jam with the best at 9 p.m. Après with DJ Buddha.
Where: Merlin’s
Who: G Willy The acoustic rocker knows how to show crowds a good time. Show 9 p.m.
Where: Crystal Lounge
What: Reggae Beach Party Kostaman and band return from Western Canada Turns and Tunes tour with plenty of reggae grooves to go around. DJ Phroh is on deck. Musicians always invited to join the rasta love by contacting kostamanwhistler@hotmail.com
Where: Moe Joe’s
Who: Bowen Boys Toe tapping favourites and Celtic traditional tunes with Rob Thompson and guests from 3:30-5:30 p.m. & 8 p.m. to midnight.
Where: Dubh Linn Gate Pub
What: Earth Sounds Digeridoo, tamboa, drums. Come jam along.
Where: Local’s Living Room Emporium in Pemberton
CLUBS AND DJs
What: Party Beats DJ Jamie Vale brings fat funky house and chunky electro. Doors 9 p.m.
Where: Tommy Africa’s
What: Liquid Lounge Sexy downtempo groove with DJ Select-R-Us. Get there early. Always a line up for this local favourite night.
Where: Garfinkel’s
Who: DJ Mr. Fister The infamous Chili Thom puts down his paint brushes for a turntable deck dishing out funky beats for après.
Where: Garibaldi Lift Company (GLC)
What: Overflow DJ Rosco spins dance hall, hip hop and Top 40. Girls don’t pay cover.
Where: Savage Beagle
Friday, February23
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
Who: Bruce Coughlan Rock and folk covers, originals and Celtic classics with guest from 3:30-5:30 p.m. and 8 p.m. to midnight.
Where: Dubh Linn Gate Pub
Who: Cameron Chu Laid back jazz and classic sets from Whistler’s most talented piano man.
Where: Bearfoot Bistro
Who: The Hairfarmers You haven’t truly experienced the après phenomena until you’ve toasted a pint to legends Grateful Greg and Guitar Doug who were recently voted Best of Whistler Musicians. Après at 3:30 p.m. and Payday Friday evening show.
Where: Merlin’s
Who: Campground C This ain’t your mama’s country. DJ Byron James spins new country that rocks. Doors 8 p.m.
Where: Longhorn Saloon & Grill
Who: Yuk Yuks Comedy night returns in Whistler with award-winning talents including comedian Russ Kennedy and MC Kelly Dixon. Always a laughable evening. Tickets $15. Show 10 p.m.
Where: Dusty’s
Who: Rob Thompson Local guitar man has the richest vocals in town.
Where: Crystal Lounge
Who: Rob Funk Funky take on covers and originals for always-entertaining show.
Where: Black’s Pub
Who: The Sessions Vancouver rockers deliver mix of British rock with ‘80s new wave dance music. Advanced $12 tickets are available at the Hub Creekside, Evolution & GLC. Doors 9 p.m. Foxy Moron spins après at 3 p.m.
Where: Garibaldi Lift Company (GLC)
Who: Ndidi Onukwulu Vancouver songstress features award-winning blues and gospel music with strummings from Madagascar Slim. The Canadian Blues Awards nominee and Juno Award winner performs at the Wild At Art Gala fundraiser.
Where: Eagle Eye Theatre
CLUBS AND DJs
Who: DJ Peacefrog A mainstream mix of tunes that gets the dance floor going.
Where: Buffalo Bill’s
What: VIP Fridays DJ Rosco on deck with dancehall, hip hop and Top 40.
Where: Garfinkel’s
Who: DJ Russ MacLean Local turntable talent on deck from 4-7 p.n. for après.
Where: Fifty Two 80 Bistro
What: Step It Up Hilltrip hosts a Sustainable Watershed Session with guest speakers and a video from the Surfrider Foundation. DJ matt the Alien spins out evening party. Session at 7 p.m.
Where: Maxx Fish
What: 4Play Fridays Puf the Majic DJ plays retro, Top 40 and hot R&B. Doors 9 p.m.
Where: Tommy Africa’s
Saturday,February24
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
Who: Bruce Coughlan Rock and folk covers, originals and Celtic classics with guest from 3:30-5:30 p.m. & 8 p.m. to midnight.
Where: Dubh Linn Gate Pub
Who: Dr. Dave Acoustic covers from noon until 4 p.m.
Where: Second Cup
Who: Music Bingo Big Rich and Zookeeny test your music trivia at 7 p.m.
Where: Hoz’s Pub
Who: Shane Philip Didgeridoo playing multi-instrumentalist dishes out organic sounds. Show 10 p.m. No cover.
Where: Dusty’s
Who: Cameron Chu Laid back jazz and classic sets from Whistler’s most talented piano man.
Where: Bearfoot Bistro
Who: 12 Inches Fresh Lines up with DJs The Firm, Dirtee D and Just Rob at 10 p.m. DJ Buddha up for après.
Where: Merlin’s
Who: The Hairfarmers You haven’t truly experienced the après phenomena until you’ve toasted a pint to legends Grateful Greg and Guitar Doug who were recently voted Best of Whistler Musicians. Show at 3:30 p.m.
Where: Garibaldi Lift Company (GLC)
What: Music Grind Matt Graham strums out cover classics from 2-5 p.m.
Where: Behind the Grind
Who: Rob Thompson Local guitar man has the richest vocals in town.
Where: Crystal Lounge
What: Jam Night Bring your guitar, banjo, fiddle or drum and jam til the cows come home. Starts 8 p.m.
Where: Locals Livingroom Emporium
Who: Kinnie Starr MC, singer, poet, actress, beatnik and music maker kicks it out live for edgy and enchanting show. Tickets $12/$15.
Where: Howe Sound Inn & Pub
CLUBS AND DJs
Who: DJ Russ MacLean Local turntable talent on deck from 4-7 p.m. for après.
Where: Fifty Two 80 Bistro
Who: DJ Peacefrog A mainstream mix of tunes that gets the dance floor going.
Where: Buffalo Bill’s
What: Bang On DJ Business or Pleasure throws down hottest Top 40, R&B grinders and house. Doors 9 p.m.
Where: Tommy Africa’s
What: Hip Hop Night Spinning all your dancing favourites from hip hop to Top 40 with DJ Nasa.
Where: Maxx Fish
Who: DJ Rosco Local favourite on deck with hip hop, dancehall and Top 40.
Where: Moe Joe’s
Sunday, February25
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
What: Music Grind Rob Funk strums out cover classics and originals from 2-5 p.m.
Where: Behind the Grind
What: Rated X Punk Night Whistler’s ultimate anti-club night. This week Pride Tiger (with ex-members of 3 Inches of Blood), Bison (ex-members of STEETS) and Grass Cityy (ex-members of Huskavarna).
Where: Garfinkel’s
Who: Cameron Chu Laid back jazz and classic sets from Whistler’s most talented piano man.
Where: Bearfoot Bistro
Who: The Hairfarmers Legends Grateful Greg and Guitar Doug, recently voted Best of Whistler Musicians, guarantee a wild time for the Afterburn party that includes a heli-ski pass giveaway. The boys rock out at 7 p.m. after the Fire and Ice Show. DJ Rob Banks on deck for après.
Where: Garibaldi Lift Company (GLC)
Who: Sean Rose Rhythm and blues review from 9 p.m. to midnight.
Where: BBK’s Pub in Upper Village
Who: Bruce Coughlan Rock and folk covers, originals and Celtic classics with guest from 3:30-5:30 p.m. & 8 p.m. to midnight.
Where: Dubh Linn Gate Pub
Who: Dr. Dave Acoustic covers from noon until 4 p.m.
Where: Second Cup
What: Jam Session Play along side the best for Whistler’s longest running jam night hosted by Kostaman. Mics, guitars, bass and percussion available. Sometimes a drum kit. Show 9 p.m.
Where: Crystal Lounge
Who: Jets Overhead Just nominated for Best New Band at this year’s Juno Awards, this is the band to watch. Easy west coast rock with outrageous guitar and vocal flare. The Golden Dogs open. Show 9 p.m. DJ Buddha for après.
Where: Merlin’s
What: Poetry Contest Poetry Quest tests your spontaneous composition with prizes for winners. Admission by donation.
Where: Brackendale Art Gallery (Squamish)
CLUBS AND DJs
What: Locals’ Night Get your groove on with DJ Phd. Atomic ski giveaway every week.
Where: Longhorn Saloon & Grill
What: Mixalicious Local DJ on deck at 8 p.m.
Where: The Mix Lounge
What: Hockey Team Burlesque Show Bid for bachelors at a male burlesque show to raise funds for the hockey team. More than $2,000 worth of prizes to be won. No guys admitted until 11:30 p.m. Show at 9 p.m. Tickets $10. Available in advance at the Glacier Shop.
Where: Moe Joe’s
What: Soul Kitchen Local and international DJs are at the kitchen tables. This week DJ Czech is in the house for his birthday. Doors 9 p.m.
Where: Tommy Africa’s
Monday, February26
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTs
What: Karaoke I Will Survive won’t sing itself, so come out to sing all your favourites with the sensational Steve Jiu.
Where: Crystal Lounge
Who: Cameron Chu Laid back jazz and classic sets from Whistler’s most talented piano man.
Where: Bearfoot Bistro
What: Reggae Fest The Bands Against Hunger Society presents the 2nd annual Reggae Fest with The Arbutus Trio, Tracey Saxby and Her Men, Kostaman, DJ P-Star, DJ Phroh, Animal Nation, MC Decay and The Whistler Musician Collective. Proceeds benefit WAG animal shelter, Whistler Food Bank and African orphanage. Tickets $10.
Where: Buffalo Bill’s
What: Hard Rock Mondays Local bands switch off every week.
Where: Moe Joe’s
Who: Guitar Doug The man, the hair, the legend. Doug strums tunes worth a toast of your pint with guest from 3:30-5:30 p.m. & 8 p.m. to midnight.
Where: Dubh Linn Gate Pub
CLUBS AND DJs
What: Audio/Visual Art and music come together for unique evening with new works by Petko in Alone, Tiny and Disfigure- and Other Stuff. DJ Parris spins loungy beats with guest vocals from Andrea Graham. Free cover before 11 p.m.
Where: Maxx Fish
What: ‘80s Night DJ Ryder spins hip-hop classics, dance floor anthems and hair-rock that takes you way back. Free cover for ‘80s outfits. Doors 9 p.m.
Where: Tommy Africa’s
Who: DJ J-Rawks She spins records and words. The 2007 Literary Leanings Postcard finalist is as savvy with pen as she is with tunes. Après with the scribe.
Where: Merlin’s
Tuesday, February27
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
What: Jam Nights Every Tuesday join in the open stage with drums, guitars, basses and mics open for the taking. Plenty of musicians on hand to jam with.
Where: Longhorn Saloon
Who: Cameron Chu Laid back jazz and classic sets from Whistler’s most talented piano man.
Where: Bearfoot Bistro
What: Black Tusk Sound Live show with DJ Scovie.
Where: Crystal Lounge
Who: Guitar Doug The man, the hair, the legend. Doug strums tunes worth a toast of your pint with guest from 3:30-5:30 p.m. & 8 p.m. to midnight.
Where: Dubh Linn Gate Pub
CLUBS AND DJs
Who: DJ Tone The best in funky house for après.
Where:Merlin’s
Who: ‘90s Night Party like you’re Nikki Sixx to one-hit wonders and old-school revisits by DJ Trix. Doors 9 p.m.
Where:Tommy’s
What: Ladies Night Hip hop, R&B and dancehall with DJ Seanski.
Where: Maxx Fish
Wednesday, February28
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
What: Whistler Jam Join Kostaman for a 9 p.m. jam session. Bring your own instruments or use his. Each week is a different creative mix that helps to cultivate upcoming talent.
Where: Black’s Pub
Who: Cameron Chu Laid back jazz and classic sets from Whistler’s most talented piano man.
Where: Bearfoot Bistro
What: Rock Jam Wes, Jay, Steph and Jessie with acoustic rock jam 9 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.
Where: BBK’s Pub in Upper Village
Who: Guitar Doug The man, the hair, the legend. Doug strums tunes worth a toast of your pint with guest from 3:30-5:30 p.m. & 8 p.m. to midnight.
Where: Dubh Linn Gate Pub
What: Music Bingo Test your music trivia at 8 p.m.
Where: Citta
What: 2007 Battle of the Bands Battle of the Bands rocks out local talent as drums and guitars and vocals face off for the top-dog prize of radio exposure, Whistler show and music prizes. Judges G Willy, Mountain FM announcer Rob Michaels, Kostaman band member Jana Marie Dupuis and REMG Entertainment CO Neil Shankman will decide on the winner. Competition starts Feb. 28 and wraps up March 1 and 2. Must pre-register. Contact Kiran at 604-935-8372 to register.
Where: Rainbow Theatre
CLUBS AND DJs
What: Industry Night Always a good time with Peacefrog.
Where: Buffalo Bill’s
What: Old School Night Spinning old school hip hop with DJ Phroh and Trevor Tatics.
Where: Maxx Fish
What: Ibiza 3 Series Griff, the mastermind behind manumission rock, has spun with the best including Fat Boy Slim, Dave Seaman, Sasha and Pete Tong. Griff is one of three Ibiza fames coming to Garfs for February and March. Advance $8 tickets available at Electric Daisy.
Where: Garfinkel’s
Who: DJ Phroh Local favourite on deck for après. Late-night hip hop with DJ J-rawks
Where: Merlin’s
Who: Mat the Alien International scratch wizard on deck for legendary night with hip hop, funk and breaks.
Where: Moe Joe’s
What: DirtyBeats This week DJs Surgeon and MollyFi switch off with DnB and chunky breaks. Doors 9 p.m.
Where: Tommy Africa’s
Thursday, March1
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
Who: Ali Milner Local jazz chanteuse croons out originals and classics. The EMI recording artist is Whistler’s biggest up and coming star. She recently released her self-titled debut album, promoting it on a tour of the Toronto International Film Festival’s hottest parties. Performs from 4-7 p.m.
Where: Fifty Two 80 Bistro Bar
Who: Cameron Chu Laid back jazz and classic sets from Whistler’s most talented piano man.
Where: Bearfoot Bistro
Who: Tracey Saxby Bearfoot acoustic rock from Australian guitar gal. Show 9 p.m.
Where: Crystal Lounge
Who: Reggae Beach Party Kostman and band return from Western Canada Turns and Tunes tour with plenty of reggae grooves to go around.
Where: Moe Joe’s
Who: Gnar Boots Jam with the best at 9 p.m. Après with DJ Buddha.
Where: Merlin’s
Who: Guitar Doug The man, the hair, the legend. Doug strums tunes worth a toast of your pint with guest from 3:30-5:30 p.m. & 8 p.m. to midnight.
Where: Dubh Linn Gate Pub
CLUBS AND DJs
What: Party Beats DJ Mike Grefner brings fat funky house and chunky electro. Doors 9 p.m.
Where: Tommy Africa’s
What: Liquid Lounge Sexy downtempo groove with DJ Select-R-Us. Get there early. Always a line up for this local favourite night.
Where: Garfinkel’s
Who: DJ Buddha Local favourite on deck for après with open mic at 9 p.m.
Where: Merlin’s
What: Overflow DJ Rosco spins dance hall, hip hop and Top 40. Girls don’t pay cover.
Where: Savage Beagle
UP and coming
She Stole My Beer rare show from Whistler favourites March 16 at the GLC.
DJ Mark Dynamix of Australia M.O.S. fame comes March 8 to Tommy’s. Advanced $12 tickets on sale at The Mix, The Hub Creekside and Tommy’s.
Damage Inc Metallica tribute band comes Saturday, March 3 to Merlin’s.