Friday, Dec. 28
ON STAGE
Who: Esq
Where:
Millennium Place, 8 p.m.Vancouver jazz band explores structure and sound with horns, drums, and bass tonight and Saturday. Second act in a part of a three-part concert series called Season Your Winter. See article.
Who:
Pete and ChadWhere:
Cinnamon BearJoin Pete and Chad apres-ski in the Delta and get toasty with a toddy, every Friday.
Who:
Nearly NeilWhere:
The ShackBobby Bruce brings you the songs of ladykiller crooner Neil Diamond, whose ballads have had airplay since 1966. A Proud and Pennyless Production, Nearly Neils rendition of Sweet Caroline has been heard at the Skydome, in casinos, and around Whistler. Sideburns never looked so good
Who:
HairfarmersWhere:
MerlinsFolky psychedelic rock from the local duo of Guitar Doug and Grateful Greg, a.k.a. the Hairfarmers.
Who:
Leanne LammoureauxWhere:
Crystal LoungeLeanne, one half of Leanne & Kyla, goes solo tonight at the Crystal Lounge.
Who:
Gord OliverWhere:
Mallard LoungeGuitar and vocals Blue Rodeo-style from Gord Oliver, at the Chateau Whistlers posh lounge.
Who:
Rob Thompson DuoWhere:
Dubh Linn GateLive music with the duo at Dubh Linn Gate. Go Irish!
Who:
The Cameron Chu Jazz TrioWhere:
The Bearfoot BistroSmooth jazzy sounds from Cameron and guests, as well as a glass of wine from one of the finest selections in town.
What:
Das Boot BalletWhere:
The Boot PubThe only place in town to enjoy adult beverages and adult entertainment.
CLUBS AND DJS
Who:
Ghetto BoyWhat:
HoneyWhere:
DustysBeautifully sweet drippin honey grooves with DJ Ghetto Boy. Sweet .
Who:
DJ R3Where:
GarfinkelsDJ R3 spins his local favourites on Fresh Fridays.
Who:
DJ ErinWhere:
Tommy AfricasWhistlers own DJ Erin keeps grooving all night long with an incredibly delicious mix of funky vocal house including UK re-mixes at Passion Friday.
Who:
DJ Peace FrogWhere:
Buffalo BillsDJ Peace Frog plays all your favourites while you enjoy a bevvie.
What:
Double Ought BuckWhere:
Maxx FishDouble Ought Buck with dj brokenarrow at Maxx Fish. Classic yet nouveau sounds.
Who:
DJ DerekWhere
: Savage BeagleNot to be disappointed, DJ Derek plays hip hop, top 40 and R&B. Come check it out!
PUBS & PATIOS
Where:
CittaLocated in the centre of the action, its the top spot for people watching. Stay warm under the patio heaters or relax upstairs in the pool room.
Where:
Amsterdam CaféThis little spot in the village has it all music, food and drinks day and night. Great place to watch or interact with the local colour.
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BBKs PubIts a locals favourite for unwinding after a hard day. This cozy pub in the Upper Village has a fine selection of B.C. wines and micro-brewed beer as well as an outstanding menu. Settle in on their couches for a game of cards or gab with their colourful bartenders. "We Be Smoke-free!"
Where:
Tapleys Neighbourhood PubCasual atmosphere for warm conversation and cold beer. Bar staff operate a not-too-loud sound system of rock and roll numbers and the outdoor patio gives patrons the best air in the world.
Where:
Blacks PubLocated at the base of the Village Gondolas, with awesome views of both mountains. Enjoy their telescope to bear watch or star gaze. Fabulous food, 99 brands of beer, 40 scotches.
Where:
The Brew HouseGreat bar food and drinks, as well as a big screen TV all the comforts of home minus the remote control. The bar staff also pump out classic rock and top 40 from the sound system.
Where:
Hozs PubDown to earth pub but still in that Whistler style. Just a hop, skip and a jump from that brisk walk on the Valley Trail in Whistler Creekside.
Saturday, Dec. 29
LIVE & LOVING IT
Who:
The Adam Woodall BandWhere:
The ShackVancouverite Adam Woodall sings from Songs From My Parents House, an acoustic smooth jam.
Who:
Leanne LammoureuxWhere:
Crystal LoungeSee Fridays listings.
What:
Reggae NightWhere:
MerlinsClub Shred holds its weekly celebration of Peter Tosh and company at Reggae Night, mon.
Who:
EsqWhere:
Millennium PlaceSee Fridays listings.
Who:
Gord OliverWhere:
Mallard LoungeSee Fridays listings.
Who:
Rob Thompson DuoWhere:
Dubh Linn GateSee Fridays listings.
Who:
Whole Damn CountyWhere:
Moe JoesSee Fridays listings.
CLUBS AND DJS
Who:
DJ LarryWhere:
DustysTunes from Larry at the foot of the mountain. Come to the Creek!
Who:
DJ Chris VinerWhere:
Tommy AfricasBreaks and house from DJ Chris Viner this evening.
Who:
Super Funk with DJ KephWhere:
Maxx FishTracks from DJ Kephs mixed bag of funky tricks.
Who:
DJ DerekWhere:
Savage BeagleSee Fridays listings.
Who:
DJ StoliWhere:
GarfinkelsStoli mixes up your favourites for a Saturday night boogie or barfly mode.
Who:
DJ Peace FrogWhere:
Buffalo BillsPeace Frog spins. Check out the virtual ski machine.
Sunday, Dec. 30
ON THE MIC
Who:
Tracey BellWhere:
Garibaldi Lift Co., 8:30 a.m.Jump start your morning with a little coffee and a shot of Cher or Tina Turner or Shania Twain. Tracey Bell has been travelling the province impersonating music divas for the past 12 years. She can change costumes faster than you can get your ski boots on. Come see what loves got to do with it, before the ski day begins.
Who:
Suzanne WilsonWhere:
The Crystal LoungeSong favourites from singer Suzanne Wilson.
Who:
Mike SicolyWhere:
Mallard LoungeThe big bang! Rock the night away with Sicoly in the Chateau Whistlers posh living room.
Who:
Whole Damn CountyWhere:
The ShackCome hear Whistlers fave cover band, relax on a Sunday with a martini or tea at the Shack.
Who:
Rob Thompson DuoWhere: Dubh Linn Gate
See Fridays listings.
CLUBS AND DJS
Who:
DJ Eric LewisWhat:
Soul KitchenWhere:
Tommy AfricasFrom Eastern Bloc Records, DJ Eric Lewis is in from TO to spin progressive funky house.
What:
Hip Hop NightWhere:
Maxx FishFresh and unique drum and bass sounds of Perfect Combo, with your host Matt the Alien.
Who:
DJ R3What:
Gin n Juice nightWhere:
GarfinkelsIts Sunday, come hear the grooves of DJ R3.
Who:
DJ Def Star DupWhere:
Savage BeagleDowntempo, hip hop and breaks.
Monday, Dec. 31
AULD LANG SYNE-ING IT
Who:
Big UpWhere:
DustysLocal ska-reggae band Big Up know how to party. Lively up yourself this New Years at The Creek.
Who:
Jazzberry RamWhat:
Sexy Spy Seduction New Years PartyWhere:
MerlinsQuintessential funk quintet from Vancouver, Jazzberry Ram sing from their album, That Sound We Make , to help make those resolutions stick. See article.
Who:
Wil MimnaughWhere:
The ShackLightning strikes! Wil Mimnaugh performs his guitar magic tonight and for the rest of the year at the Shack.
Who:
Solid Earth BandWhere:
Boot PubDouglas Kerr and his band sing covers and originals from their album Mountain Sites tonight at the Boots stage. Beluga helps them ring in the new year. See article.
Who:
The Bowen BoysWhere:
Dubh Linn GateFrom Bowen Island, former Paperboys fiddler Maurice Behm, Rob Thompson of the Rob Thomson duo, and Pete Sinclair team up to bring you 2002 reverie at the Gate.
Who:
Angela KelmanWhere:
Mallard LoungeFarmers Daughter member and a member of the Peerless Music stable of artists, songstress Angela Kelman brings you smooth sounds on a wintry night at the Chateau Whistlers lounge.
Who:
Suzanne WilsonWhere:
The Crystal LoungeSee Sundays listings.
CLUBS AND DJS
Who:
DJ Laurent de St. Laurent and Kid Kio from TokyoWhat:
Fight ClubWhere:
GarfinkelsTwo DJs mix it up with their own special blend Monday at Garfs.
Who:
DJ Tony TiltWhere:
Moe JoesTony Tilt spins while you celebrate the New Year. Get out and dance!
Who:
DJ DeeboWhat:
Magnum OpusWhere:
Tommy AfricasA night of retro boogie, house and lots of fun. Special New Years Eve edition of Magnum Opus, with all the party trimmings.
Who:
Matt the Alien, Kilo Cee, Spin Cat, Vinyl RitchieWhat:
New Years PartyWhere:
Maxx FishFour turntables and one monster spin-fest. Matt the Alien takes on Kilo Cee in the preliminary bout. Then theres DJ Spin Cat, a.k.a. Scott Arkwell, (voted best DJ by the Georgia Straight readers), and DJ Vinyl Ritchie in his big ass show, Shits and Giggles. The new year wont be the same.
What:
DriveWhere:
Savage BeagleDJs foxiozzi a.k.a. Lenni playing deep and funky house with Milton and guests.
Who:
D.J. Peace FrogWhat:
The New Years PartyWhere:
Buffalo BillsPeace Frog blasts out the old and blows the doors off the new year with a selection of tunes for the times.
Tuesday, Jan. 1
IN THE FLESH
Who:
Leanne & KylaWhere:
Dubh Linn GateThe dynamic duo bring you Celtic covers and other songs at the Gate tonight.
Who:
Suzanne WilsonWhere:
The Crystal LoungeSee Sundays listings.
What:
Open MicWhere:
Amsterdam Pub CaféRandy, of Whistler Music, is the evenings host. Tune up your guitars and come jam on Tuesday. Play live with Whistlers best local musicians on the open stage.
What:
Bad Breath CelebrationWhere:
MerlinsCome celebrate again.
What:
Das Boot BalletWhere:
Boot PubSee Fridays listings.
CLUBS AND DJS
What:
Disco FeverWhere:
Moe JoesStill dolling out wads of cash for velour collars and really bad belt buckles. Come on out!
Who:
Jungle Soldier and Verbal AssassinWhat:
Phat TuesdaysWhere:
Tommy AfricasThe freshest, phattest Whistler vibe.
Who:
DJ Miguel SanchezWhere:
GarfinkelsDJ Sanchez gets the centre stage rockin and lips talking, tonight at Garfs.
Who:
DJ SeanskiWhere:
Savage BeagleThe longest running hip-hop night in Whistler.
Who:
Ghetto BoyWhat:
Cinema TuesdaysWhere:
Maxx FishKick it with the downtempo funk of Ghetto Boy, then groove to the house sounds of DJ Little T.
Wednesday, Jan. 2
ALIVE & KICKING
Who:
Leanne & KylaWhere:
Dubh Linn GateSee Tuesdays listings.
What:
Open Mic NightWhere:
Second Cup CaféCoffee house rock. Open floor for all musicians to croon til sunrise well, at least til close. Whistler Music supplies the mic, bring your own instruments, enjoy an espresso.
What:
Das Boot BalletWhere:
Boot PubSee Fridays listings.
CLUBS AND DJS
Who:
DJ Legend Ian ShawWhat:
Rockin RodeoWhere:
Tommy AfricasA country hoe-down with country DJ legend Ian Shaw.
Strap on your spurs, polish your belt buckle and put on your best cowboy hat. Whistlers only country night at the clubs honky-tonk, rockabilly and a special guest appearance by the Naughty Cowgirls.
What:
Vinyl SurvivorWhere:
MerlinsCome spin your finest, from amateurs to the professionals at Merlins.
Who:
DJ CzechWhere:
GarfinkelsDJ Czech spins beats for you, apres-ski and into vinyl mode. Get down.
What:
Spare Grooves Hip Hop NightWhere:
Maxx FishSpare Grooves with Matt the Alien and Kilo Cee. Whistlers premiere Hip Hop night. Two DJs, four turntables, unlimited energy!
What:
WiggleWhere:
Savage BeagleDJ Milton vs. Rabid; tonight they bring you tech house and tribal beats.
What:
Dance night for all your local staffersWhere:
Moe JoesCut loose and tie one on at this underground dance cave.
Who:
DJ Diamond DougWhere:
Buffalo BillsSee Tuesdays listings.
Thursday, Jan. 3
ACOUSTICALLY INCLINED
Who:
Steve WrightWhere:
Crystal LoungeSongs from the performer Steve Wright. Warm up fireside.
Who:
EcclestonsWhere:
Dubh Linn GateThe Ecclestons play Celtic tunes at the old Irish pub.
What:
Ladies Nite Fashion ShowWhere:
MerlinsFashions are ready, models chosen, come cheer the boys on as they strut their stuff!
Who:
Local jam nightWhere:
Boot PubTheres an open mic on stage. Come jam with musicians from around the valley with your best ditties on call.
CLUBS AND DJS
What:
WaxedWhere:
Savage BeagleDJ Kipp comes up the road with Seattles finest mix of hip hop and deep house.
Who:
MC Velvet KWhat:
Disco EruptionWhere:
Tommy AfricasThe biggest disco night in Vancouver comes to Whistler. Afros, chains, tight pants and glitter. The go-go girls go crazy-crazy.
What:
Locals NightWhere:
GarfinkelsStill the best locals night 10 years running. Come out for local drink specials. DJ Stoli with guest DJ Erin shake things up down below.
Who:
Retro Funk 54Where:
Maxx FishDJs Keph and brokenarrow spin you through the brightly lit doors of the way back machines as they play all of your favourite back track tunes.
What:
Ladies NightWhere:
Moe JoesAll for the women Ladies night looks good, smells good, its all good.
Who:
DJ Peace FrogWhere:
Buffalo BillsSee Saturdays listings.