Friday, March 28
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
Who: Sound Tribe Sector 9
Where: Boot Pub
This event is sold out but if you have tickets expect an earthy ravey sensory spectacular with lights, sounds, arts and an eclectic mix of people wholl no doubt dress up for the occasion.
What: Payday Party
Where: Merlins
Mayhem and mischief awaits the uninhibited at this legendary party night with the Hairfarmers. Thats Guitar Doug and Grateful Greg, two hot and hairy heavyweights on the local music scene.
Who: WDC
Where: Moe Joes
Whistlers favourite rock n roll band marks the start of the weekend with some damn fine classic cuts and hot originals.
Who: Leanne Lamour
Where: Crystal Lounge
A feast of heartfelt classic and contemporary renditions from this rootsy, rock and folk performer.
Who: Ecclestons
Where: Dubh Linn Gate
The Eccleston family are back with their high energy Celtic and Irish songs, infectious humour and a new CD to carry you through the weekend.
Who: Cameron Chu
Where: The Bearfoot Bistro & Champagne Bar
Old school jazz and R&B tributes with Chu and his piano.
Who: Papa Woody
Where: Pemberton Hotel
Classic Rock.
CLUBS AND DJS
What: Take The Bend Out Of Fridays
Where: Tommy Africas
DJ Mat the Alien dusts off tracks from the archives, old skool hip hop, funky mixes and drum n bass. Ty-C takes the mic.
What: Strange Tango
Where: The Garibaldi Lift Co.
The sophisticated sounds of boudoir music by DJ Keph. Nu jazz, deep funk, Brazilectro and a touch of class.
Who: Free Love Fridays
Where: Maxx Fish
Hip hop, R&B and Top 40 is on the menu tonight, served up by DJ Dizzy.
Who: DJ Peace Frog
Where: Buffalo Bills
Its the right night to get out and shake it at this Friday night frenzy.
Who: DJ R3
Where: Garfinkels
Dance the night away to a mix of hip hop and R&B classics.
Saturday, March 29
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
Who: Huun Huur Tu
Where: MY Place
Melodies like youve never heard before from these Siberian throat singers whove taken North America by storm.
Who: Adam Woodall Band
Where: Crab Shack
A strong rock and blues repertoire have helped build a loyal fan base for this Vancouver based quartet.
Who: Erin Dennis
Where: Hozs Pub
Be blown away by this acoustic talent on the verge of something big.
Who: Leanne Lamour
Where: Crystal Lounge
A feast of heartfelt classic and contemporary renditions from this rootsy, rock and folk performer.
Who: Ecclestons
Where: Dubh Linn Gate
The Eccleston family are back with their high energy Celtic and Irish songs, infectious humour and a new CD to carry you through the weekend.
Who: Cameron Chu
Where: The Bearfoot Bistro & Champagne Bar
Old school jazz and R&B tributes with Chu and his piano.
Who: Papa Woody
Where: Pemberton Hotel
Classic rock.
CLUBS AND DJS
Who: Superfunk
Where: Maxx Fish
Hip hop, R&B and deep fried funk courtesy of DJ Keph.
What: Off the Hook
Where: Tommy Africas
DJ Milton, DJ Glu and the go-go girls bring you the popular anthems and the best darn funky house party in town.
Who: DJ R3
Where: Garfinkels
Spinning the best hip hop and dance around town.
Who: DJ Peacefrog
Where: Buffalo Bills
The master of the mainstream mix doing his things for the stags and stagettes.
Who: DJ Derek
Where: Savage Beagle
Savage love on the turntables with hip hop R&B and top 40 classics.
Who: DJ Tone Ballone
Where: Moe Joes
Ballone at your service playing everything you love in his own unique style.
PUBS AND PATIOS
Where: Havana Lounge
Settle in with decadent desserts and liquor coffees while watching movies of a bygone era. Non-smoking sessions at 7 p.m. Cigars welcome at 10 p.m. $15 for the movie.
Where: Casa Tapas and Wine Bar
This jazz-infused lounge bar welcomes the funky set that want a more relaxed yet sophisticated night out.
Where: Citta
Citta has those long windows and big heaters that make it the place to meet and watch the world go by.
Where: The Brew House
Kick back with a locally brewed beer and enjoy a game of pool by the big log fire.
Where: Amsterdam Pub & Café
The Dam has big heaters, cool tunes and artwork, plus great meals.
Where: Blacks Pub
Blacks has got one almighty new patio, and a menu to match.
Where: Tapleys Neighbourhood Pub
Is exactly that, neighbourly, with some of the best value pub food in Whistler and big screen sports, keno, and darts.
Sunday, March 30
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
What: Tuned Women Audition 2
Where: MY Place
If youre a cool chick who can write songs, sing and play an instrument, come be part of a female unplugged jam extravaganza from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. Call 604-935-8410 to set an audition time.
What: Punk Forever
Where: Boot Pub
Knock yourself out with tim, Walk The Line and Noahs Arcade.
Who: WDC
Where: Crab Shack
End the week right with some top notch rock n roll from the No. 1 party band at this legendary locals night.
Who: The Hairfarmers
Where: Merlins
Apres the hairy way with this talented duo. English footy on the telly too for all the Brits and Euros among us.
Who: Ecclestons
Where: Dubh Linn Gate
The Eccleston family are back with their high energy Celtic and Irish songs, infectious humour and a new CD to carry you through the weekend.
What: Open Mic night
Where: Crystal Lounge
Humble home music-makers take to the stage for a casual evening of untapped talent.
Who: Cameron Chu
Where: The Bearfoot Bistro & Champagne Bar
Old school jazz and R&B tributes with Chu and his piano.
Who: Rob Funk
Where: Second Cup
Afternoon caffeine-style apres with the funky one.
CLUBS AND DJS
What: Soul Kitchen
Where: Tommy Africas
Father of the Kitchen DJ Czech from Futuristic Funk Records dishes up house and breaks at Whistlers longest running club night. Ghetto Boy opens.
What: Lets Go Deeper
Where: Maxx Fish
A night of deep funk and sexy house with DJ Primitive, DJ Au and Allistair from the U.K.s Deep Cartel Groove.
What: Revolved
Where: Garibaldi Lift Co.
DJ Party Time, Dr. Deep and guests give you deadly deep house plus funky and soulful selections perfect for this alpine lounge.
Who: DJ Sweat & Agent Smith
Where: Longhorn Saloon
Chillin house tunes for you to slink around the saloon to.
Who: DJ Rich
Where: Buffalo Bills
A funky high energy dance floor experience awaits you.
Who: DJ Def Star Dub
Where: Savage Beagle
Hip hop on down to the dance floor.
What: Sugar
Where: Moe Joes
Four out of five optometrists agree the ladies of Sugar are good for your eyes.
Monday, March 31
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
Who: WDC
Where: Moe Joes
Whistlers favourite rock n roll studs rip it up as usual with originals, covers and some requests.
What: Monday Night Madness
Where: Boot Pub
Itll be a love-in with all-time favourites Sweaty Cheddar.
Who: Bowen Boys
Where: Dubh Linn Gate
Celtic, Irish and easy rock classics.
What: Guitar Doug
Where: Merlins
From apres till 6 p.m., the daddy-o of the patio will be there.
What: Karaoke Night
Where: Crystal Lounge
Expect it all, the good, the bad, and the ugly. Where all the wannabes gettabe.
Who: Cameron Chu
Where: The Bearfoot Bistro & Champagne Bar
Old school jazz and R&B tributes with Chu and his piano.
CLUBS AND DJS
What: Resonance
Where: Garibaldi Lift Co.
Down tempo beats and deep vocal house from DJ Milton.
What: All Over The Map Mondays
Where: Savage Beagle
An eclectic mix of contemporary classics.
What: Fresh Meat Mondays
Where: Maxx Fish
Pick over the new locals while grooving to the awesome hip hop, R&B and Top 40 of DJ R3.
What: Magnum Opus
Where: Tommy Africas
80s beats at their best from the Retro Machine DJ Ryder, who pumps out memorable tracks to pump, bump and jump to.
Who: DJ Rich
Where: Buffalo Bills
Contemporary classics to take to the dance floor.
What: Staff Party
Where: Garfinkels
Its their turn to party. This night is invite-only for industry types.
Tuesday, April 1
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
Who: DANÚ
Where: MY Place
Back by popular demand, this Irish music group of seven young traditional musicians hail from counties Waterford, Dublin, Tipperary and Donegal. Its also a fundraiser to fight teen depression and suicide.
What: The Fools of April Comedy Tour
Where: Garibaldi Lift Co.
Two top U.S. comedians on a goodwill tour to show everyone not all is what it seems down south of the border. Charlie Viracola and Lance Montalto are regulars on the TV laugh circuit and will win you over in no time. See story.
Who: Bowen Boys
Where: Dubh Linn Gate
Celtic, Irish and easy rock classics.
What: Open Mic Night
Where: Blacks Pub
Get cosy and cop some new talent at this impromptu showing, perhaps even play an instrument yourself.
What: Das Boot Ballet
Where: Boot Pub
A flesh fest for the fellas featuring exotic dancing girls.
CLUBS AND DJS
What: Fat Tuesday Orgasm
Who: Christian Alvarez
Where: Garfinkels
Sexy, sassy, hot n heavy house from DJ Shandy Rae and the legendary Mr. Alvarez. This night hits the spot for the sistahood with free entry b4 midnight, a fire show from Leximoon and Lush Plush on visuals.
What: Breakdance Night
Where: Maxx Fish
Break out the cardboard and make out like youre in a Missy Elliott video for Whistlers freshest hip hop night with DJ Yann Solo. See story.
What: Jungle n Breaks
Where: Tommy Africas
Come see those popular JnB hosts including DJ Jungle Souldier battle it out with the best breakbeats, drum & bass and jungle. Two DJs mixing on four turntables.
Who: DJ Seanski
Where: Savage Beagle
New Yorks own Seanski breaks out the phattest tunes in Whistlers longest running hip hop night.
What: Disco Night
Where: Moe Joes
So this is where all the clothes from the Re-Use It Centre end up. DJ Big Balls busts out all the boogie woogie faves.
Who: DJ Peace Frog
Where: Buffalo Bills
April Fools Day tom foolery abounds with all the songs you love.
Wednesday, April 2
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
What: The Fools of April Comedy Tour
Where: Garibaldi Lift Co.
Two top U.S. comedians on a goodwill tour to show everyone not all is what it seems down south of the border. Charlie Viracola and Lance Montalto are regulars on the TV laugh circuit and will win you over in no time. See story.
What: Whistler Music Search
Where: Crystal Lounge
Each Wednesday for the last few weeks, you have decided the best new talent to send through to the finals April 9. Up tonight: Dave Morris, Nysa Ochitwa and Luke Peterkin.
Who: Cease and Desist
Where: Buffalo Bills
Wanna be a rock star? Come on in and sing with the band karaoke style.
Who: Pete from WDC
Where: Crab Shack
Its Industry Night with Pete playing acoustic covers and originals to get you over the weekly hump.
Who: Bowen Boys
Where: Dubh Linn Gate
Celtic, Irish and easy rock classics.
What: Das Boot Ballet
Where: Boot Pub
Its amazing what you can do with wax. Catch all of the girls in all of their glory.
What: Killer Karaoke
Where: Merlins
Belt out a few tunes with your host, Luscious Lindsay.
CLUBS AND DJS
What: Locals Night
Where: Moe Joes
Its the real deal with all the hits and hijinx you could ask for.
What: Cash with DJ Milton
Where: Tommy Africas
Vancouvers Bassix Record Store owner & DJ Tyler Stadius joins resident DJ Milton behind the decks. New tracks from Deepen Discs will be played. Win $100 Cash and a VIP Card at 1 a.m.
Who: DJ Allistair
Where: Garibaldi Lift Co.
The Devonshire DJ from the Deep Cartel Sound System laying deep, chunky, funky house.
What: Spare Grooves
Where: Maxx Fish
Mat the Alien and Kilo Cee show off their talents on four turntables, with special guest MCs every week.
What: Retro Strikes Back
Where: Garfinkels
Everything from disco to 90s, brought to you by DJ Timeline.
Who: DJ Def Dubs
Where: Savage Beagle
Deft mix-it-up moves from DJ Dubs.
Thursday, April 3
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
What: Scratch, The Movie
Where: Savage Beagle
Celebrate the DVD release of the first film to explore the world of the hip hop DJ. The top names are all in there. Admission is free. Showtime 8:30 p.m. See story.
What: Welcome Back
Where: Dustys
After a week on the wagon, Dustys is back in business. Lets celebrate!
Who: Mike Redmond
Where: Crystal Lounge
Mellow, reggae-tinged soft rock covers from the albums of acts like Sublime and Bob Marley.
Who: Bowen Boys
Where: Dubh Linn Gate
Celtic, Irish and easy rock classics.
Who: Cold Snap
Where: Boot Pub
Live rock n roll, a pool tourney and no pretence.
Who: Cameron Chu
Where: The Bearfoot Bistro
Old jazz standards, contemporary R&B with a piano and guest vocalists.
CLUBS AND DJS
Who: DJ Tanner
Where: Savage Beagle
Return of the digital underdogg. Locals night with ladies free before 11 p.m.
What: L80s Nite
Where: Maxx Fish
Retro-bution for the ladies with DJ Mister Fister playing all the trax you forgot you loved.
What: Ladies Night
Where: Moe Joes
Its all about the sistahood with tailor-made tunes and tasty treats all night.
What: Eye Candy
Where: Tommy Africas
No cover for ladies, Tommys promo girls and DJ Glu will take you through the hits you love to hear from hip hop, Top 40 to funky beats.
Who: DJ Morgan
Where: Garibaldi Lift Co.
Playing deep, funk house and thought-evoking music.
What: Thirstdays
Where: Buffalo Bills
DJ Peacefrog and XLR8 fill the air with rock n roll, dance floor ditties for a night you wont remember.
What: Proud to be Locals Night
Where: Garfinkels
DJ Erin and DJ Rich Trix rev up this legendary locals night with house anthems and contemporary classics.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Best of the Vancouver International Mtn. Film Fest, MY Place April 4
Joe Trio, MY Place, April 5
Honey Boy Edwards, Dustys, April 6
World Ski & Snowboard Festival, April 11-20.