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Friday, April 20 ON STAGE Who : Dilated Peoples, Beat Junkies, MC Supernatural Where : WSSF Mainstage When : 3 p.m. It’s some of the best rap and hip hop North America has to offer.

Friday, April 20

ON STAGE

Who

: Dilated Peoples, Beat Junkies, MC Supernatural

Where

: WSSF Mainstage

When

: 3 p.m.

It’s some of the best rap and hip hop North America has to offer. Dilated Peoples are taking a break from the studio, where they’re working on the follow-up to The Platform (see article). Production on the new album includes contributions from Ev, Babu, The Alchemist, Joey Chavez and the Beatminerz. And stick around to see DJ Babu rip it up a second time with the Beat Junkies. MC Supernatural will transport you to a higher musical plain.

Who

: Choclair, Slow Nerve Action

Where

: Merlin’s

Slow Nerve Action is a last minute addition to the Kokanee After Dark series. These local funksters will have you up on your feet and gettin’ down. Choclair is one of Canada’s premiere rap artists and makes his return to the resort to play to an intimate crowd in the Upper Village. What better way to start your weekend?

Who

: Whole Damn County

Where

: Moe Joe’s

Catch these local rockers before they’re famous. Pete and Chad and the boys are turning out your favourite rock/alternative covers as well as a few originals.

Who

: Michael Sicoly

Where

: The Mallard Lounge

Cosy up to the fireplace in this slopeside lounge. Michael’s tickling the ivory and strumming up all your favourites from yesterday and today.

Who

: The Cameron Chu Jazz Trio

Where

: The Bearfoot Bistro

Jazz is in style seven days a week at this cosy wine bar.

Who

: The Ecclestones

Where

: Dubh Linn Gate

When

: Apres and Evening

Classic Celtic favourites with guitar, fiddle and vocals.

Who

: Gordo

Where

: Crystal Lounge

It’s like being in your own living room, except there’s cold beer on tap and your own musician turning out all your classic favourites.

What

: Das Boot Ballet

Where

: The Boot Pub

Lovely ladies in the flesh, and not much more.

CLUBS AND DJs

What

: Playhouse

Where

: AlpenRock

When

: 11 p.m. — 8 a.m.

It’s the hottest entertainment event of the WSSF. An all-nite party with a theme to tickle your childish fancies. Tickets at Bestsellers.

What

: Creekside Retro Party

Who:

DJ Trix

Where

: Dusty’s

It’s the last Friday of the season for Dusty’s and they’re going out in style… ’70s style that is. Wear your old and groovy duds and win.

Who

: DJ Chris Viner

Where

: Tommy Africa’s

Get saucy on the dance floor. It’s a deep house night with Latin influence. A surprise guest will be joining Chris for a warm up to the night’s festivities, sure to make you shake yo thang in the underground tiki jungle.

Who

: DJ Little T

Where

: Maxx Fish

Little T is your resident Friday night host with a great lineup of funky house.

Who

: DJ Rabid

Where

: Savage Beagle

Open-toed sandals meets baggy jeans… a mix of people and music to keep you entertained all night.

Who

: DJ Peace Frog

Where

: Buffalo Bill’s

Friday nite at Whistler’s busiest bar. The joint will be rockin’ with Top 40 and retro tunes. Get there early to avoid the lineup.

PUBS & PATIOS

Where:

Citta’

Located in the centre of the action, it’s the top spot for people watching. Stay warm under the patio heaters or relax upstairs in the pool room.

Where:

Tapley’s 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 of both worlds.

Where:

The BrewHouse

For a big place, it sure has a cosy atmosphere. Great 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:

Amsterdam Café

This little spot in the village has it all – music, food and drinks – day and night. Great place to spot for watching the local colour.

Where:

Hoz’s 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 21

ON THE MIC

Who

: Mix Master Mike

Where

: WSSF Mainstage

When

: 6 p.m.

Born and raised in San Francisco, Mix Master Mike was first introduced to

hip hop B-boying and breaking when he was 14 years old. Since then, through cassette deck experiments, he has brought the art of scratching to a whole new level. Most recently Mike has been touring with the Beastie Boys.

Who

: Big Up

Where

: Dusty’s

Join Whistler’s hottest ska/reggae band for one last Saturday nite party before the end of the regular ski season. It’ll change your life.

Who

: Hairfarmers

Where

: Amsterdam Pub

When

: Apres

Greg and Doug are the busiest rockers in the valley. They bring the Kokanee Freeride Meltdown to this hip pub for your afternoon musical pleasure.

Who

: Leanne Lamour

Where

: The Crystal Lounge

Catch this local lass in action before she heads east for a quick break to share her musical talents with the rest of the country.

Who

: The Whole Damn County

Where

: Moe Joe’s

See Friday’s listings.

Who

: The Ecclestones

Where

: Dubh Linn Gate

See Friday’s listings.

Who

: Cameron Chu Jazz Trio

Where

: The Bearfoot Bistro

See Friday’s listings.

Who

: Michael Sicoly

Where

: The Mallard

See Friday’s listings.

What

: Das Boot Ballet

Where

: The Boot Pub

See Friday’s listings.

CLUBS AND DJs

Who

: DJ Stoli

Where

: Garfinkel’s

Whistler’s favourite DJ is behind the wheels, driving the dance floor into a frenzy with dance, rock and alternative favourites.

What:

Electra funk Saturdays with DJ Spincat

Where

: Maxx Fish

Nu skool house, hip hop and happenin’ vibes.

Who

: DJ Rabid

Where

: Savage Beagle

See Friday’s listings.

Who

: DJ Chris Viner

Where

: Tommy Africa’s

Underground and deep tribal house to move your body and soul. Lose yourself in the Tiki Jungle.

Who

: DJ Slazz

Where

: Buffalo Bill’s

It’s not just another weekend… it’s Saturday nite at Bill’s! Will someone bare it all tonight? It’s still busy so get there early.

Who

: DJ’s Dan Lake and Wild Billy

Where

: The Leopard Lounge at the AlpenRock

These two resident DJs have got the right mix to keep your ears happy and your feet moving.

Sunday, April 22

IN THE SPOTLIGHT

Who

: June, Michael Franti and Spearhead

Where

: WSSF Mainstage

Michael Franti’s socially-inspired lyrics and Spearhead’s infectious mix of classic soul, funk and hip hop is an unforgettable way to end an unforgettable festival. See article.

Who

: Michael Franti and Spearhead

Where

: GLC

See above.

Who

: Whole Damn County

Where

: Crab Shack

It’s loud. It’s crazy. It’s a locals’ thing! You can’t stop in Whistler without checking out this band, voted the locals’ favourite.

Who

: Tim with special guests Trademark

Where

: The Boot

It’s a nite dedicated to cutting edge hard rock at The Boot’s New Punk Nite.

Who

: Gordo

Where

: Uli’s Flipside

Gordo gets the pasta joint jumpin’ with his classic tunes.

Who

: Doc Fingers

Where

: The Mallard Lounge

When

: Apres and Evening

Get comfy in this slopeside lounge. There’s hot food, toe-tapping tunes and one of the best martini menus in town.

Who

: Hairfarmers

Where

: Dusty’s

When

: Apres

See Saturday’s listings.

Who

: The Ecclestones

Where

: Dubh Linn Gate

See Friday’s listings.

CLUBS AND DJs

What

: The Last Stand Part 2

Where

: Dusty’s

The last big party of the season! The reward for the last man (or woman) standing is a trip to Vegas! The fun starts early with The Hairfarmers in the apres hours. Stay all nite and dance with DJs Trix and Neil.

What

: Soulkitchen

Where

: Tommy Africa’s

DJ Czech is in the kitchen serving up progressive house and break beats.

Who

: DJ Royal Riley

Where

: Moe Joe’s

Get yourself to "The Church" and get down with the god of British beats.

Who

: DJ R3

Where

: Garfinkel’s

The weekend’s not over! Still need to shake your booty? Do it on their elevated stage.

What

: Context

Who

: Matt the Alien

Where

: Maxx Fish

Matt has agreed to do a drum and bass jump up set that will rock you all night long. Come check out the D&B styles of the Alien.

Who

: DJ Slazz

Where

: Buffalo Bill’s

See Saturday’s listings.