Friday, April 5
FUNKY FUNK
Who: Hairfarmers
Where: Merlins
More folksy psychedelic rock from the local duo.
What: Spirit of Harriet Tubman
Where: Millennium Place Theatre
Leslie McCurdy performs her one-woman show about Tubmans 19 th century quest for freedom from slavery. A presentation from the Whistler Community Arts Council.
Who: Whole Damn County
Where: Moe Joes
Songs from Whistlers favourite cover band.
Who: Michael Sicoly
Where: Mallard Lounge
Adult contemporary piano at the Chateau Whistlers Mallard Lounge.
Who: Murphys Lagh
Where: Dubh Linn Gate
Celtic covers and favourites from the Emerald Islands Murphys Lagh.
Who: Cameron Chu
Where: Bearfoot Bistro
Live jazz every night of the week.
Who: Rob Thompson
Where: Crystal Lounge
Solo songs this week.
Who: Brian Lyster
Where: Zeuskis Taverna
Live flamenco guitar tonight.
CLUBS AND DJS
Who: Inland Knights
What: Drop Music Invasion Tour
Where: Dustys
DJ Milton Currie imports the best in U.K. deep house. See article.
What: Honey
Who: Ghetto Boy
Where: Dustys apres-ski
Drippin sweet grooves at apres-ski, sweeter by the hour. Followed by the Invasion Tour.
What: Moodswing
Where: GLC
Dr. Digglesworth and guest DJs bring you broken beats, deep house, and soul & funk, all fireside in the loungin house of the GLC.
What: Fresh Fridays with R3
Where: Garfinkels
DJ R3 spins his favourites.
What: Double Ought Buck
Where: Maxx Fish
Double Ought Buck with dj brokenarrow at Maxx Fish. Classic yet nouveau sounds.
Who: DJ Rich
Where: Buffalo Bills
Top 40 and dance hits at Bills. Booths for lounging too.
Who: Passion Fridays
Where: Tommy Africas
Whistlers own DJ Erin keeps grooving all night long with an incredibly delicious mix of funky vocal house including UK re-mixes.
Who: DJ Wan and DJ Peacefrog
Where: Longhorn Pub
Daily sets apres-ski from 3 p.m.
PUBS & PATIOS
Where: Bearfoot Bistro Wine Bar
Tucked inside the Village Green, Bearfoot Bistro offers a cozy but upscale venue with background jazz from Cameron Chu. An extensive wine list, large copper plates and dark wood interiors make it a relaxed spot for catching up or sampling vino with a friend. An additional smoking room gives the bistro a vintage feel
Where: Amsterdam Pub & Café
Wooden interiors and all kinds of eye-candy décor make for a funky apres-pint or meal, at the Village Square. Patio too, with live music some nights. For an international, younger crowd visit the Dam.
Where: Blacks Pub
The warming floor for locals apres-ski. Conversational pub feel, located at the foot of both village gondolas. Enjoy their telescope to bear watch or star gaze. Tasty food, 99 brands of beer in a gilded silver menu, and 40 scotches to keep you reminiscing.
Where: Citta
Cittas central stage in Village Square attracts locals, patio-side, and visitors too. Best people-watching spot to enjoy a variety of pints on tap. Open for lunch.
Where: Tapleys Neighbourhood Pub
Casual 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: The Brew House
Brewhouse tunes are always hopping from morning till night. A pool table and fireside comfy chairs, alongside a full restaurant set up, make for a great meeting spot.
Where: Hozs Pub
Down 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, April 6
PLAY THAT FUNKY MUSIC
Who: Hairfarmers
Where: GLC
Harifarmers perform as part of a cancer-awareness fund-raiser. Apres-ski fun from the duo.
Who: Big Up
Where: Dustys
Last night of the season for local band Big Up. Hit the Creek!
Who: Leanne & Kyla
Where: Apres-ski at Monks grill
Celtic covers and originals from Leanne and Kyla. Come join the Irish fun at the base of Blackcomb mountain.
Who: Michael Sicoly
Where: Mallard Lounge
See Fridays listings.
Who: Rob Thompson
Where: Crystal Lounge
See Fridays listings.
Who: Whole Damn County
Where: Moe Joes
See Fridays listings.
Who: Murphys Lagh
Where: Dubh Linn Gate
See Fridays listings.
Who: Rob Funk
Where: Second Cup Café
Piano and guitar stylings from Rob Funk every Saturday.
Who: Cameron Chu
Where: Bearfoot Bistro
See Fridays listings.
CLUBS AND DJS
Who: Super Funk with DJ Keph
Where: Maxx Fish
Tracks from DJ Kephs mixed bag of tricky beats. Dance, brother, dance.
Who: Moodswing
Where: GLC
See Fridays listings.
Who: DJ Larry
Where: Dustys
Apres-ski blues with DJ Larry.
Who: DJ Trixx
Where: Merlins
Apres-ski from DJ Trixx, followed by reggae night with Club Shred.
Who: DJ Stoli & Miguel Sanchez
Where: Garfinkels
Stoli mixes up your favourites for a Saturday night boogie or barfly mode.
Who: DJ Peace Frog
Where: Buffalo Bills
A mainstream mix keeps Whistler audiences rockin!
Who: DJ Wan and DJ Peacefrog
Where: Longhorn Pub
See Fridays listings.
Who: DJ Derek
Where: Savage Beagle
See Fridays listings.
Who: DJ Santini
Where: Moe Joes
Ladies only bar staff and songs from DJ Santini.
Who: DJ Trixx
Where: Tommy Africas
Top 40 tunes grooving through the dance floor twists at Tommys tonight.
Sunday, April 7
JAZZY JIVES
Who: Removal
Where: Boot Pub
Alternative sounds, alternative series.
Who: Hairfarmers
Where: Longhorn Pub
Folksy rock from the psychedelic duo.
Who: Cameron Chu
Where: Bearfoot Bistro
See Fridays listings.
Who: Wes Mackay
Where: Mallard Lounge
Blues from Mr. Mackay.
Who: Murphys Lagh
Where: Dubh Linn Gate
See Fridays listings.
CLUBS AND DJS
Who: DJ Larry
Where: Dustys
Apres-ski blues from Larry.
What: Gin n Juice Night
Where: Garfinkels
Resident DJ R3 brings you fresh beats this eve.
What: Moodswing
Where: GLC
See Fridays listings.
Who: Mat the Alien with MC Kyprios
What: Context
Where: Maxx Fish
Circa presents weekly hip hop theme night with Mat the Alien, dedicated to bringing the finest talent as well as visiting artists. MC Kyprios is at Context tonight.
Who: DJ Doug
Where: Buffalo Bills
High energy dance bopping keeps the floor hoppin.
Who: Host Lis Manumission of Ibiza, Spain with Tom Antavucci and Lee Hornblower
Where: Tommy Africas
Guest DJs host great beats from Spain and the rest of the universe.
Who: DJ Def Star Dub
Where: Savage Beagle
Bad-ass beats at the Beagle.
Who: DJ Lamchops
Where: Moe Joes
Groove tunes from DJ Lamchops.
Monday, April 8
AIR MUSICA
Who: Flightcase
Where: Boot Pub
Ambient jazz electronic from members of the Green Room band. See article.
Who: Guitar Doug
Where: Merlins
Live music from Doug on various guitars, into the evening at the half-moon stage at Merlins.
Who: Wes Mackay
Where: Mallard Lounge
See Mondays listings.
Who: Rob Thompson Duo
Where: Dubh Linn Gate
Rob Thompson Duo at the Guinness Gate.
What: Karaoke night
Where: Crystal Lounge
Belt it out with the B52s and other faves at the lounge, every Monday.
Who: Cameron Chu
Where: Bearfoot Bistro
See Fridays listings.
What: Live Music Mondays
Where: Wicked Wheel Restaurant, Pemberton
Lineup changes weekly.
CLUBS AND DJS
Who: DJ Laurent de St. Laurent and Kid Kio from Tokyo
What: Fight Club
Where: Garfinkels
Two DJs mix it up with their own special blend, Sunday at Garfs.
What: Shits and Giggles
Where: Maxx Fish
Always big sexy funk. Spincat is back!
Who: DJ Hebegebee
Where: Dustys
Pint drinking tunes at the base of the mountain.
Who: DJ Ryder
What: Magnum Opus
Where: Tommy Africas
Come and show off your moves, the biggest retro boogie night in Whistler nine years running that highlights the best in 80s wear. Dress to impress.
Who: DJ Doug
Where: Buffalo Bills
Mainstream music mix is packing Whistlers biggest dance floor.
Who: DJ Wan and DJ Peacefrog
Where: Longhorn Pub
See Fridays listings.
What: Drive
Where: Savage Beagle
DJ Chris Viner, Milton and Foxxi Oxxi go deep house.
Who: DJ Lambchops
Where: Moe Joes
Tunes from the sacrificial DJ tonight at Moe Joes.
Tuesday, April 9
LIVELY WIRED
Who: Big Up
What: Live Wire Tuesdays
Where: Garfinkels
Happy ska. Hotel California, and lots and lots of dancing.
Who: Rob Thompson Duo
Where: Dubh Linn Gate
See Mondays listings.
What: Open Mic Night
Where: Amsterdam Pub Café
Cabaret-style feel. Open to musicians from around the valley. Disco ball included.
Who: Wes Mackay
Where: Mallard Lounge
See Mondays listings.
Who: Cameron Chu
Where: Bearfoot Bistro
See Fridays listings.
CLUBS AND DJS
Who: DJ Naha CD Release party with DJ Illesha
Where: Tommy Africas
The hardest hitters from the West Coast. Some drum and breaks too.
What: Sanctuary
Where: GLC
DJ Laurent de St. Laurent (Montreal) and DJ Kid Kio (Tokyo) bring you a mix of good beats and sweet beats at the Garibaldi Lift Company. Phattest vibes and loungin.
What: Digress!
Where: Maxx Fish
4 funks sake, brought to you by Rick, Roly and special guest DJs every Tuesday night.
Who: DJ Peace Frog
Where: Buffalo Bills
See Saturdays listings
Who: DJ Snowsurfer
Where: Merlins
Snowsurfer keeps the house spinning with retro tunes and some funky new ones.
Who: DJ Wan and DJ Peacefrog
Where: Longhorn Pub
See Fridays listings.
Who: DJ Seanski
Where: Savage Beagle
The longest running hip-hop night in Whistler.
What: Disco Night
Where: Moe Joes
Cmon, platforms never go out of style
Wednesday, April 10
BRICKYARD MOSHING
Who: Brickhouse
Where: Moe Joes
Live music from Brickhouse tonight.
Who: Michael Sicoly
Where: Mallard Lounge
See Fridays listings.
Who: Cameron Chu
Where: Bearfoot Bistro
See Fridays listings.
Who: Rob Thompson Duo
Where: Dubh Linn Gate
See Mondays listings.
What: Das Boot Ballet
Where: Boot Pub
See Fridays listings.
CLUBS AND DJS
What: Techno vs. Disco, W.A.G. Fundraiser
Where: Dustys Bar
DJ contest with go-go dancers, raising money for all the homeless doggies and kitties in Whistler.
What: Sanctuary
Where: GLC
See Tuesdays listings.
Who: Boogie Café with DJ Czech
Where: Garfinkels
DJ Czech spins beats for you, apres-ski and into vinyl mode.
What: Milton and Kory K. vs. Erin and Lenny
Where: Tommy Africas
Groove with funky beats on the dance floor this eve, tiki-hut side. Brought to you by the Tribe.
Who: DJ Diamond Doug
Where: Buffalo Bills
See Sundays listings.
What: Spare Grooves
Where: Maxx Fish
Mat the Alien and Kilo Cee bring you Whistlers hip hop with incredible ease. Two DJs, four turntables. Special guests Jeff Spec and Sweet G.
Who: Guest DJs
Where: The Shack
Girls Just Want to Want Fun Wednesdays, continuing a relaxed groove at the Shack with acid jazz, disco and retro.
Who: DJ Snowsurfer
Where: Merlins
More funky beats
Who: Mr. Wilson
Where: Savage Beagle
Hip hop every Wednesday with Mr. Wilson.
Thursday, April 11
TUNING MINDS
Who: Leanne & Kyla
Where: Dubh Linn Gate
The dynamic duo, on guitar and fiddle. Irish eyes are smiling.
What: Jam Night from esound
Where: Boot Pub
Open mic night. Come jam with musicians from around the valley.
Who: Wes Mackay
Where: Mallard Lounge
Who: Cameron Chu
Where: Bearfoot Bistro
See Fridays listings.
Who: Rob Funk
Where: Crystal Lounge
Piano and guitar stylings at the Lounge.
What: Killer Karaoke
Where: Merlins
Not just a singalong, this is killer. Get the vocal chords lubricated.
CLUBS AND DJs
Who: Retro Funk 54
Where: Maxx Fish
DJ Keph spins retro classics. Get the funky Lycra out.
What: Locals Night
Where: Garfinkels
Still the best locals night 10 years running. DJ Stoli with DJ Erin shake things up down below.
Where: Buffalo Bills
Thirst-day at Bills; music by Doug.
What: Sanctuary
Where: GLC
See Tuesdays listings.
What: Waxed
Where: Savage Beagle
Funky house and breaks tonight.
Who: DJ Wan and DJ Peacefrog
Where: Longhorn Pub
See Fridays listings.
What: Ladies Night
Where: Moe Joes
Looks good, smells good, its all good ladies night at Moes this eve.