Friday, Feb. 13
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
Who: Al Simmons
Where: Eagle Eye Theatre (Squamish)
Zany physical comedy by the beloved Canadian children's entertainer. Part of the Howe Sound Arts Association's 2003/04 Performance Season. Show starts 7:30 p.m. Tickets $15-$20 available in advance from Billie's Bouquet, Highland Video and Mostly Books in Squamish. Ph: 604-898-9411.
What: Creekside Locals' Night
Where: Dusty's
Party on Friday the 13 th with local punk heroes Truth Be Told and DJs buddha & Tone playing hip-hop and metal.
What: Rob Funk Fridays
Where: Black's Pub
A night of easy-going rock tunes served up with a smile by local jack-of-all-musical-trades Rob Funk.
Who: Cameron Chu
Where: The Bearfoot Bistro & Champagne Bar
Piano-man Chu and special guest Motown soul-daddy Bobby Taylor set the mood with old-time soul and R&B favourites.
Who: Suzanne Wilson
Where: Crystal Lounge
Sheryl Crow-style vocals backed by acoustic guitar covering everything from '60s folk classics to modern rockers.
Who: The Hairfarmers
Where: Merlin's
Payday Friday with acoustic rocker ski bums Guitar Doug and Grateful Greg playing everything from Johnny Cash to Bob Marley to who knows what else. At après and back again in the evening to finish the night off right.
Who: Murphy's Lagh
Where: Dubh Linn Gate
High energy Celtic, Irish and easy rock tunes from the guitar and fiddle duo. Music worth a toast of your pint.
Who: WDC
Where: Moe Joe's
Rock covers by Moe Joe's regulars on Black Friday.
What: Das Boot Ballet
Where: Boot Pub
This is not the ballet your mother told you about. Buck-naked babes lose the tutus and flaunt their flexibility. Bring tips.
Who: Papa Woody
Where: Pemberton Hotel
Classic rock.
CLUBS AND DJS
Who: DJ Rob Banks
Where: Garibaldi Lift Co. (GLC)
A funky après set of R&B, soul, hip-hop and reggae. 3-7 p.m.
Who: DJ R3
Where: Garfinkel's
All hip-hop, all night long.
What: DJ Keph
Where: Garibaldi Lift Co. (GLC)
Sexy lounge grooves, nu-jazz and breaks.
Who: DJ Peace Frog
Where: Buffalo Bill's
Mainstream dance floor faves to kick off another crazy weekend.
What: Flavour Fridays
Where: Tommy Africa's
Hip-hop and R&B hits from DJ Rob Banks. Doors at 9:30 p.m.
Who: DJ Derek
Where: Savage Beagle
Dropping the best Top 40 hip-hop, R&B and house cuts in the red lounge and down below.
Who: DJ Rich
Where: Maxx Fish
Top 40 dance tunes.
Saturday, Feb. 14
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
What: Kitty Cat Revue
Where: Maxx Fish
A sassy, brassy contemporary burlesque show by a group of lovely local dancers Tickets $5.
What: Seduction II
Where: Dusty's
Dress in leather, lace or latex and party to sexy soul music by Victoria-based DJ/instrumental collective Velvet and a superstar DJ lineup that includes Czech, Mat the Alien, Jungle Souldier and Rossco. Tickets $20, available in advance at the Love Nest; more at the door.
Who: The Hairfarmers
Where: Dusty's
Après with acoustic rocker ski bums Guitar Doug and Grateful Greg playing everything from Johnny Cash to Bob Marley to who knows what else.
What: Kama Sutra Valentine's Day Party
Where: Garibaldi Lift Co. (GLC)
Dress to impress and dance to sexy house beats and deep down dirty breaks from DJs Milton, Kori K, Toddski and Lennie, plus fire dancers and visuals by Rob Elliot. Doors at 9 p.m. Tickets $10 in advance, $15 at the door, available at the GLC.
Who: Bonnie & Clyde
Where: Monk's Grill
Easy rock tunes in the afternoon at the hillside grill on the Blackcomb Benchlands. 2:30-5:30 p.m.
Who: Uzume Taiko
Where: MY (Millennium) Place
Vancouver-based Japanese Taiko drumming and instrumental ensemble. Part of Celebration 2010 Whistler Arts Showcase. Tickets $17-$20. Ph: 604-935-8410.
Who: Suzanne Wilson
Where: Crystal Lounge
Sheryl Crow-style vocals backed by acoustic guitar covering everything from '60s folk classics to modern rockers.
Who: Murphy's Lagh
Where: Dubh Linn Gate
High energy Celtic, Irish and easy rock tunes from the guitar and fiddle duo. Music worth a toast of your pint.
Who: Cameron Chu
Where: The Bearfoot Bistro & Champagne Bar
Piano-man Chu and special guest Motown soul-daddy Bobby Taylor set the mood with old-time soul and R&B favourites.
Who: Rob Funk
Where: Second Cup
Guitar tunes on weekend afternoons for those who want to sit and sip their coffee.
Who: Papa Woody
Where: Pemberton Hotel
Classic rock.
CLUBS AND DJS
Who: DJ Rob Banks
Where: Garibaldi Lift Co. (GLC)
R&B, soul, hip-hop and reggae for après.
Who: DJ Tone Ballone
Where: Moe Joe's
Celebrate being single this Valentine's Day. Pop, rock and dance tunes that get the girls dancing on the pool table.
What: 2 Kinky
Where: Crab Shack
DJs Loki and Topcat start the evening off with down-tempo jazzy beats at dinnertime, then turn it up for the late night lounge partiers.
Who: DJ Buddha
Where: Merlin's
Buddha is one with everything, from Top 40 to hip-hop to reggae, at après and back again in the evening.
Who: DJ Derek
Where: Savage Beagle
A mix of hip-hop, R&B and Top 40 dance tunes for chilling in the upstairs lounge or getting down in the bass-ment.
Who: DJ Rob Banks
Where: Garfinkel's
Garf's Gone Wild - Top 40 dance tunes and hip-hop grooves.
Who: DJ Peace Frog
Where: Buffalo Bill's
Mainstream tunes get the dance floor rockin'.
What: Goodtimes with DJ Trix
Where: Tommy Africa's
Trix is for kids that know how to shake it on the dance floor. Top 40, hip-hop and funky house tracks. Doors at 9:30 p.m.
LOUNGES, PUBS AND PATIOS
Where: Longhorn Saloon
The prime-positioned bar and patio right is internationally renowned as an après spot.
Where: Mallard Lounge at the Fairmont Chateau Whistler
A classic bar for the premium scotch-on-the-rocks set.
Where: Garibaldi Lift Co. (GLC)
A high-ceilinged room on top of the Whistler Village Gondola station with a sunny deck for checking out hillside action.
Where: Casa Tapas and Wine Bar
The jazzy lounge bar welcomes the funky set that want a relaxed yet more sophisticated night out.
Where: Citta
Citta's has nice long windows and a big deck in the Village Square making it the ideal place to meet or watch the world go by. Voted Best Local Hangout in Pique's 2003 Best of Whistler poll.
Where: The BrewHouse
Kick back with a locally brewed beer and play a game of pool or two in the casual atmosphere by the creek.
Where: Amsterdam Pub & Café
Right in the heart of Whistler Village. Cool tunes, funky design and a great heated patio perfect for people-watching.
Where: Black's Pub
A cozy spot overlooking the plaza by the Whistler and Blackcomb gondolas.
Where: Tapley's Neighbourhood Pub
The game's always on the big screen TV, plus keno, darts and some of the best value pub food in Whistler.
Where: BBK's Pub
A small, friendly spot in the heart of Blackcomb Village with bartenders who know their wines and a unique photo gallery.
Where: Merlin's
The popular spot at the base of Blackcomb serves up gigantic platters of nachos. Open seven days a week for après and beyond.
Where: Hoz's Pub
In old Creekside, enjoy a true Whistler original with an excellent patio for watching the sun set.
Where: Dusty's
A big room with a fantastic fireplace - the place to be for Creekside après.
Sunday, Feb. 15
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
Who: Cease & Desist
Where: Monk's Grill
Classic rock in the afternoon at the hillside grill on the Blackcomb Benchlands. 2:30-5:30 p.m.
Who: The Hairfarmers
Where: Garibaldi Lift Co. (GLC)
Après with acoustic rocker ski bums Guitar Doug and Grateful Greg playing everything from Johnny Cash to Bob Marley to who knows what else.
Who: Rob Funk
Where: Second Cup
Chill guitar tunes on weekend afternoons for those who want to sit and sip their coffee.
Who: Hezzakya
What: The Punk Night
Where: Boot Pub
Skaters and the anti-club faithful get rocked this week by Vancouver-based metal heads. Tickets $5 at the door. Ph: 604-932-3338.
Who: WDC
Where: Crab Shack
High-energy classic rock, metal and pop-punk covers.
Who: Cameron Chu
Where: The Bearfoot Bistro & Champagne Bar
Piano-man Chu and special guest Motown soul-daddy Bobby Taylor set the mood with old-time soul and R&B favourites.
What: Open Mic night
Where: Crystal Lounge
Humble shower singers and basement guitar gods take the stage for a casual evening of untapped talent.
Who: Murphy's Lagh
Where: Dubh Linn Gate
High energy Celtic, Irish and easy rock tunes from the guitar and fiddle duo. Music worth a toast of your pint.
CLUBS AND DJS
Who: DJ Buddha
Where: Merlin's
An après set of everything from Top 40, to hip-hop, to reggae, to rock.
What: Bikini Contest
Where: Garfinkel's
Garf's second contest of the season. Hot girls come in out of the cold, lose their ski-gear and show some skin. Wanna compete? Get there at 9 p.m. to sign up.
What: Soul Kitchen
Where: Tommy Africa's
The special this week is OM Records' DJ John Howard throwing down house tracks. The granddaddy of Whistler club nights at 11 years and counting. Doors at 9:30 p.m.
Who: DJ Noel
Where: Garibaldi Lift Co. (GLC)
Funk & soul in the hillside lounge.
What: Moe Funk with DJ Kyluge (the Funksta Queen)
Where: Moe Joe's
Dust off your '70s gear and boogie down to all the funk classics.
Who: DJ NT
Where: Buffalo Bill's
It's Saturday night all over again! Supercharged mainstream dance faves to keep the weekend alive.
Who: DJ Rossco
Where: Savage Beagle
Hip-hop and R&B from Montreal's finest.
Who: DJ Stoli
Where: Dusty's
Everything from hip-hop to funk to disco to rock.
Monday, Feb. 16
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
Who: Guitar Doug
Where: Merlin's
The man, the hair, the legend. Experience après with a true Whistler original.
Who: Infernal Majesty with Entertome
What: Metal Mondays
Where: Garfinkel's
Hardcore headbanging craziness courtesy of two imports from Vancouver's indie-metal scene. Ph: 604-932-2323.
Who: Whole Lotta Led
Where: Merlin's
Whistler's own high-octane Led Zeppelin tribute band. Watch in awe as Creekside Phil pulls off perfect Page solos on his dual neck.
Who: The Hounds of Buskerville
Where: Boot Pub
Punked-up ska and dancehall reggae tunes for Monday Madness Ph: 604-932-3338.
Who: The Splinters
Where: Dubh Linn Gate
Fiddle-driven Celtic bluegrass with the smoky-vocal stylings of Shannon Saunders.
What: Karaoke Night
Where: Crystal Lounge
Come by in the evening and belt out a rocker to celebrate making it through another crazy weekend.
Who: Cameron Chu
Where: The Bearfoot Bistro & Champagne Bar
Piano-man Chu sets the mood with lots of soul and R&B and jazzy lounge favourites.
What: Open Mic Night
Where: Dusty's
Local singer/guitarist Leanne Lamour and stand-up bass player Raj host an open stage opportunity for aspiring rockers. All skill levels welcome.
What: Jam Night
Where: Second Cup
Bring an instrument and join local musician Rob Funk for an open coffee shop jam starting at 7 p.m.
What: Open Mic Night
Where: Moe Joe's
Think you've got what it takes to be a musician? Pete and Jason from local band WDC offer the opportunity to put your money where your mouth is. If singing ain't your thing come by at 8 p.m. to enter the weekly fooz ball competition. The DOD's on the decks from 11 p.m. to 2 a.m. to finish the night off.
CLUBS AND DJS
Who: DJ Rob Banks
Where: Garibaldi Lift Co. (GLC)
R&B, soul, hip-hop and reggae for après.
Who: DJ Ali
Where: Garibaldi Lift Co. (GLC)
Deep house tunes in the hillside lounge.
Who: DJ NT
Where: Buffalo Bill's
Mainstream tunes.
Who: DJ Tanner
Where: Savage Beagle
Hip-hop tunes for a full house.
What: '80s Night
Where: Tommy Africa's
DJ Ryder rocks out retro-style for the packed dance floor. Doors at 8:30 p.m. Free cover for the first 50 people and VIP line treatment for '80s outfits!
Who: DJ Skinny
Where: Maxx Fish
Top 40 dance tunes.
Tuesday, Feb. 17
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
What: Comedy Night with Craig Campbell & Carey Marx
Where: Buffalo Bill's
Two hot comics come through town. Campbell's a slice of life type of a guy; former magician Marx is more absurdist. Show starts at 8:30 p.m. Ph: 604-932-6613.
What: Freaks 'n' Ho's Party
Where: Moe Joe's
The Nasty Nymphs folks are up to their naughty tricks again. Dress wild and set your inner freak free. Prizes for outrageous outfits. Tickets: $5 for locals. Ph: 604-935-1152.
Who: Sweatshop Union
Where: Garfinkel's
Vancouver/Victoria hip-hop collective celebrates the release of sophomore album Natural Progression. The MK Ultra crew of DJ Mat the Alien and MCs Subliminal JC and Ty C open. Tickets: $10.
Who: Carlos Robinson
Where: Crab Shack
'Shack Unplugged - acoustic tunes.
Who: The Splinters
Where: Dubh Linn Gate
Fiddle-driven Celtic bluegrass with the smoky-vocal stylings of Shannon Saunders.
Who: Cameron Chu
Where: The Bearfoot Bistro & Champagne Bar
Piano-man Chu sets the mood with lots of soul and R&B and jazzy lounge favourites.
Who: Leanne Lamour
Where: BBK's Pub
Local gal strums an après set of bluesy-folksy originals laced with harmonica and Irish tin whistle in the cozy Benchlands pub. 2:30-5:30 p.m.
What: Open Mic Night
Where: Black's Pub
Check out some new talent at a friendly pub. Might even be time to put your money where your mouth is and dust off that old guitar.
What: Das Boot Ballet
Where: Boot Pub
This is not the ballet your mother told you about. Buck-naked babes lose the tutus and shake their booty for the boys. Bring tips.
CLUBS AND DJS
Who: DJ Buzz Rocker
Where: Maxx Fish
Top-40 dance tunes.
Who: DJ Ace
Where: Garibaldi Lift Co. (GLC)
Whistler's favourite go-go dancer gets behind the decks and spins an eclectic yard sale of whatever she feels like for the après crowd, from 3 to 7 p.m.
Who: DJ Kori K
Where: Merlin's
Come by at après for funky house tracks and draw prizes from Westbeach.
Who: DJ Seanski
Where: Savage Beagle
Long-running old and new skool hip-hop night.
Who: DJ Noel
Where: Garibaldi Lift Co. (GLC)
Hip-hop and dance tracks in the hillside lounge.
What: '90s Night
Where: Tommy Africa's
DJ Trix spins one hit wonder club tracks from the last decade. Free cover. Doors at 9:30 p.m.
What: Old School Hip-hop Night
Where: Moe Joe's
The DOD plays old school tracks that'll get you doin' the Humpty Hump.
Wednesday, Feb. 18
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
Who: The Crowley Band
Where: Buffalo Bill's
Local metal maniacs play original rockers and heavy classics by Priest, Sabbath, Danzig, and more. F***in' yeah!
What: Shag 'n' Tag
Where: Maxx Fish
A matchmaking night and dating game hosted by Amsterdam staffer and righteous babe Lindsay Shedden. Winners get dinner for two at La Bocca. Ph: 604-905-0636.
Who: Wes Makepeace
Where: Crab Shack
Acoustic guitar rockers played by a local boy and industry night deals.
What: Whistler Idol Karaoke
Where: Merlin's
Join host Luscious Lindsay for a night of liquid courage-fuelled singing insanity at the Blackcomb bar. 7-11 p.m.
Who: Cameron Chu & Bobby Taylor
Where: The Bearfoot Bistro & Champagne Bar
Celebrate guest singer Taylor's 70 th birthday at the Bistro. Lots of old-school soul and R&B favourites from the Motown recording artist and the Bearfoot's piano-man.
Who: The Splinters
Where: Dubh Linn Gate
Fiddle-driven Celtic bluegrass with the smoky-vocal stylings of Shannon Saunders.
Who: Everyday People
Where: Moe Joe's
Vancouver band plays funk and dirty disco tunes.
What: Das Boot Ballet
Where: Boot Pub
This is not the ballet your mother told you about. Buck-naked babes lose the tutus and shake their booty for the boys. Bring tips.
CLUBS AND DJS
Who: DJ Milton
Where: Garibaldi Lift Co. (GLC)
An après set of funky downtempo house grooves from Whistler's favourite DJ, from 3 to 7 p.m.
What: Whoop It Up Trance Party
Where: Tommy Africa's
All the way from Dublin, Ireland, DJ Joel Xavier throws down progressive house and trance tracks. Opening sets by Wednesday regulars Gary Moore and Noel Boogie. Doors at 9 p.m. Tickets $10 in advance from Tommy's and Snomotion, $10 at the door before 10 p.m., $15 afterwards. www.tommyafricas.com.
What: Don't Blame Us, Blame...Garfinkel's!
Where: Garfinkel's
This week's theme: The X-tra Hot Mexican Party - don your sombrero and shoot some tequila.
Who: DJ Phroh
Where: Garibaldi Lift Co. (GLC)
Dancehall reggae and deep bass grooves.
Who: DJ Rossco
Where: Savage Beagle
Hip-hop and R&B from Montreal's finest.
Thursday, Feb. 19
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
Who: Colin Angus - Lost in Mongolia
Where: MY Place
Angus presents slides and will talk about his book, Lost in Mongolia, documenting his harrowing 5,500 km journey along the remote Yenisey River from Central Asia to Siberia. Part of Celebration 2010-Whistler Arts Showcase. Tickets $4 - $7. Ph: 604-935-8410.
Who: John Ford
What: The Next Wave
Where: Maxx Fish
Whistler's newest night features Vancouver rock band John Ford and driving rock and post-punk from elder rock 'n' roll statesman DJ Rick Flebbe. $5 cover. Ph: 604-905-0636.
Who: Duran Duran Duran
Where: Crab Shack
Acoustic grooves with Benson, Chris & Josh of local band Slow Nerve Action.
What: Jam Night Thursday
Where: Boot Pub
Open mic and instrumental jam night with house jam band Cold Snap. Plus, a $100 pool tourney, darts and a no techno or R&B guarantee.
Who: Cameron Chu
Where: The Bearfoot Bistro & Champagne Bar
Piano-man Chu and special guest Motown soul-daddy Bobby Taylor set the mood with old-time soul and R&B favourites.
Who: The Splinters
Where: Dubh Linn Gate
Fiddle-driven Celtic bluegrass with the smoky-vocal stylings of Shannon Saunders.
Who: Leth Dodis
Where: Moe Joe's
Rock tunes played by members of local band WDC.
CLUBS AND DJS
What: Hip-hop in the Lounge
Where: Crystal Lounge
Local boy DJ Dakota spins a chill hip-hop set in the old-school cocktail bar.
Who: DJs Tanner & Arems
Where: Savage Beagle
Faction Sound Crew boys throw down hip-hop and dancehall reggae.
Who: DJ Rob Banks
Where: Garibaldi Lift Co. (GLC)
Mr. Banks rocks out at après and comes back at 9 p.m. to play a non club hip-hop party.
Who: DJ Noel Boogie
Where: Tommy Africa's
Hip-hop and Top 40 tunes. Free cover for girls. Doors at 9:30 p.m.
What: Bringing Down the House
Where: Buffalo Bill's
Bill's regular DJ Peace Frog throws down a set of funky house grooves.
What: Locals Night
Where: Garfinkel's
Local's take over Garf's and party the way only locals can to tunes by DJ Trix.
UPCOMING EVENTS
S.T.R.E.E.T.S., Feb. 22.
Brickhouse, Feb. 25.
Rhythm Method, Feb. 25-26.
Tuned Women, Feb. 26-27.
The Clumsy Lovers, Feb. 28.
Obie Trice, Feb. 29.