Friday, April 16
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
What: DKNY//Jeans Outdoor Concert Series
Where: Main Stage — Whistler Village
Seattle rockers the Supersuckers share the stage with the Pocket Dwellers and The Formula. 2:30-5:30 p.m. www.whistler2004.com.
Who: The Hairfarmers
What: Kokanee Freeride Concert Series
Where: Merlin’s
The ultimate après-ski experience with legendary locals Guitar Doug and Grateful Greg. www.whistler2004.com.
Who: The Pocket Dwellers
What: Kokanee Freeride Concert Series
Where: Garibaldi Lift Co.
After-dark free show with the jazzy eight-piece ensemble. www.whistler2004.com.
What: Sawtooth Film Festival
Where: Delta Whistler Resort — Mt. Currie Ballroom
A touring compilation of the most rewind-worthy clips from the year’s action/sport films. A Telus World Ski & Snowboard Festival event. Tickets: $6 at the door. www.whistler2004.com.
Who: Veda Hille
Where: MY (Millennium) Place
Eclectic Vancouver singer/songwriter performs an intimate solo set. Part of MY Place/Whistler Arts Council 2003/04 Performance Series. Tickets: $14-$17. Ph: 604-935-8410. www.whistlermillenniumpl.com.
Who: Rob Thompson
Where: Dubh Linn Gate
Solo acoustic Celtic and rock tunes at après. 3:30-5:30 p.m. Later in the evening the Bowen Boys – a.k.a. Thompson and partner Cam Salay – take the stage.
Who: Michael Sicoly
Where: Mallard Lounge
Singer/guitarist/piano man plays all the crowd pleasers. In the lounge for après and back again at 10 p.m.
Who: Cameron Chu
Where: The Bearfoot Bistro & Champagne Bar
Piano-man sets the mood with lots of soul and R&B and jazzy lounge favourites.
Who: Johnny Leroux
Where: Crystal Lounge
You name it; he’ll play it. And definitely no crane shots!
What: Rob Funk Fridays
Where: Black’s Pub
Easy-going rock tunes with the local singer/guitarist and special guests.
Who: WDC
Where: Moe Joe’s
Rock covers by Moe Joe’s regulars.
What: Das Boot Ballet
Where: Boot Pub
This is not the ballet your mother told you about. Naked babes on stage shake their booty for the boys (and girls) that like to watch.
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 at après (3-7 p.m.)
Who: Mat the Alien CD Release Party
What: Big Sexy Funk North
Where: Dusty’s
Check out tracks from a brand new mix the Alien has put together for his sponsor Circa. www.mountainpromotions.net.
Who: DJ R3
Where: Garfinkel’s
Hip-hop, Top 40 and dance tracks all night long.
Who: DJ Peace Frog
Where: Buffalo Bill’s
Mainstream dance floor faves.
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 and R&B in the red lounge and down below. Doors at 8:30 p.m.
Saturday, April 17
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
What: DKNY//Jeans Outdoor Concert Series
Where: Main Stage — Whistler Village
Beats by DJs Mat the Alien and Hedspin with rhymes by Prevail & Moka Only of Swollen Members, Kia Kadiri, Emotionz and the MK Ultra crew while the snowboard big air contest rages on the hill. 7-10 p.m. www.whistler2004.com.
Who: The Hairfarmers
What: Kokanee Freeride Concert Series
Where: Citta’s
The ultimate après-ski experience with legendary locals Guitar Doug and Grateful Greg. www.whistler2004.com.
Who: Vinyl
Where: Boot Pub
San Francisco eight-piece instrumental groove band is a local favourite. Tickets: $20. Ph: 604-932-3338. www.upstreamentertainment.com.
Who: Johnny Leroux
Where: Crystal Lounge
You name it; he’ll play it. And definitely no crane shots!
Who: Matt Joe Gow
Where: Crab Shack
’Shack Unplugged — acoustic tunes. Ph: 604-932-4451.
Who: Michael Sicoly
Where: Mallard Lounge
Singer/guitarist/piano man plays all the crowd pleasers. In the lounge for après and back again at 10 p.m.
Who: Murphy’s Lagh
Where: Dubh Linn Gate
High energy Celtic, Irish and easy rock tunes from the guitar and fiddle duo at après and back again in the evening.
Who: Cameron Chu
Where: The Bearfoot Bistro & Champagne Bar
Piano-man sets the mood with lots of soul and R&B and jazzy lounge favourites.
Who: The Hairfarmers
What: Saturday Night Live
Where: Dusty’s
A night of rockin’ covers in the Creek with legendary locals Guitar Doug and Grateful Greg.
Who: Rob Funk
Where: Second Cup
Afternoon guitar tunes for the coffee crowd.
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 at après (3-7 p.m.)
What: Goodtimes with DJ Trix
Where: Tommy Africa’s
Trix is for the kids who wanna shake it on the dance floor. Top 40, hip-hop and house tunes. Doors at 9:30 p.m.
Who: DJ buddha
Where: Merlin’s
Everything from Top 40 to hip-hop to reggae – après and beyond.
Who: DJ Tone Ballone
Where: Moe Joe’s
Pop, rock and dance tunes that get the girls dancing on the pool table.
Who: DJ Derek
Where: Savage Beagle
A mix of hip-hop, R&B & Top 40 dance tunes for chilling in the upstairs lounge or getting down in the bass-ment. Doors at 8:30 p.m.
What: Garf’s Gone Wild
Where: Garfinkel’s
Top 40 dance tunes and hip-hop grooves.
Who: DJ Peace Frog
Where: Buffalo Bill’s
The mainstream mix-master keeps the dance floor rockin’.
Sunday, April 18
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
What: DKNY//Jeans Outdoor Concert Series
Where: Main Stage — Whistler Village
The Fest rocks with Social Code, PAUDAR and Rally Car. 2:30-5:30 p.m. www.whistler2004.com.
Who: The Hairfarmers
What: Kokanee Freeride Concert Series
Where: Dusty’s
The ultimate après-ski experience with legendary locals Guitar Doug and Grateful Greg. www.whistler2004.com.
Who: Kia Kadiri
What: Kokanee Freeride Concert Series
Where: Merlin’s
A free after dark show featuring the babe-licious Vancouver MC. www.whistler2004.com.
What: Words & Stories
Where: MY (Millennium) Place
Second annual event with readings by renowned writers Susan Reifer, Leslie Anthony, Jack Christie, G.D. Maxwell, and Pique editor Bob Barnett. Hosted by Michel Beaudry. A Telus World Ski & Snowboard Festival event. Tickets: $5-$10 available through TicketMaster and at the venue. Start time: 8 p.m. Ph: 604-935-8410. www.whistler2004.com.
What: Bruce Rowles Slide Show
Where: Garibaldi Lift Co. (GLC)
Longtime Whistler photographer showcases his best shots. Doors at 7 p.m. Shows at 8 p.m. and 11 p.m. Tickets $5 at the door. Ph: 604-905-2220.
What: The Punk Night
Where: Boot Pub
Whistler’s ultimate anti-club night hosts Vancouver punk bands Dog Eat Dogma and Aging Youth Gang this week. Ph: 604-932-3338.
Who: Murphy’s Lagh
Where: Dubh Linn Gate
High energy Celtic, Irish and easy rock tunes from the guitar and fiddle duo at après. 3:30-5:30 p.m.
Who: Suzanne Wilson
Where: Dubh Linn Gate
An evening of well known covers, originals and Emerald Isle classics with a local gal and her guitar.
Who: Rally Car
Where: Moe Joe’s
The Vancouver rock band is sticking around after their main stage show this afternoon for one more crazy night at Moe Joe’s.
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 sets the mood with lots of soul and R&B and jazzy lounge favourites.
Who: Rob Funk
Where: Second Cup
Afternoon guitar tunes for the coffee crowd.
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: Corbin Keep
Where: Brackendale Art Gallery Theatre
Vibrant young singer/songwriter cellist from Bowen Island plays a solo show at the unique performance space in the heart of Brackendale. Tickets: $10-$15 available from the gallery or at Mostly Books in Squamish. Ph: 604-898-3333. Reserve tickets by e-mail at corbinkeep@telus.net.
CLUBS AND DJS
What: Technics DMC World DJ Championships — Whistler Heat
Where: Garfinkel’s
The cream of the DJ crop battle for the chance to move on to the next level in the international competition. www.dmcworld.com/technics.
Who: DJ Kio
Where: Garibaldi Lift Co.
Upbeat lounge grooves at après. (3-7 p.m.)
Who: DJ buddha
Where: Merlin’s
An après set of everything from Top 40, to hip-hop, to reggae, to rock.
What: Soul Kitchen
Where: Tommy Africa’s
Founder DJ Czech of Futuristic Funk Records is at the Kitchen tables this week, cooking up breaks and bangin’ electro-house beats. The granddaddy of Whistler club nights at 11 years and counting. Doors at 9:30 p.m.
Who: DJ NT
Where: Buffalo Bill’s
Mainstream dance tunes keep the weekend vibe alive.
Who: DJ Rosco
Where: Savage Beagle
Hip-hop and R&B from Montreal’s finest. Doors at 8:30 p.m.
Monday, April 19
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
What: DKNY//Jeans Outdoor Concert Series
Where: Main Stage — Whistler Village
Things get groovy with West Coast hip-hop crew Sweatshop Union, R&B singer Graph Nobel, Montreal’s Groundwerk and Vancouver funk/soul band The Front. 2:30-5:30 p.m. www.whistler2004.com.
Who: Groundwerk & MC Kyprios
What: Kokanee Freeride Concert Series
Where: Garfinkel’s
A free after dark show featuring the latest project from Montreal DJ/Producer Grandtheft and a member of the popular Vancouver Island-based conscious hip-hop crew Sweatshop Union. www.whistler2004.com.
What: Comedy Night
Where: Buffalo Bill’s
Vancouver impressionist-comic Peter Kelamis is joined by fellow Vancouverite JP Mass and Kevin Fox from Barbados for a hoedown of hilarity. A Telus World Ski & Snowboard Festival event. Tickets: $5 available at the venue. Start time: 9 p.m. Ph: 604-932-6613. www.whistler2004.com.
What: Reel Alternatives — Touching the Void
Where: Village 8 Cinemas
Award-winning documentary film based on the best-selling book about mountaineers Joe Simpson’s and Simon Yates’ harrowing experiences in the Peruvian Andes launches the Whistler Film Festival Society’s new monthly film series. Tickets: $8.50, available in advance from the Escape Route and at Village 8 after 5:30 p.m. day of screening. Showtimes: 7:30 & 9 p.m. Ph: 604-938-3200.
Who: The Madcaps
Where: Boot Pub
High-energy, six-piece groove/funk dance band from Montreal takes the stage for Monday Madness night. Ph: 604-932-3338.
Who: Bally Oak
Where: Dubh Linn Gate
High-spirited guitar and fiddle duo covering all the Irish classics.
What: Industry Party
Where: Moe Joe’s
Party with the folks from Spy Eyewear to rock covers by Moe Joe’s regulars WDC.
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 sets the mood with lots of soul and R&B and jazzy lounge favourites.
Who: Rob Funk
Where: Second Cup
Afternoon guitar tunes for the coffee crowd.
What: All Ages Open Mic
Where: Second Cup
Bring an instrument and join the coffee shop jam session starting at 7 p.m.
CLUBS AND DJS
Who: DJ R3
Where: Garibaldi Lift Co. (GLC)
Laid back hip-hop tracks at après.
Who: DJ Tanner
Where: Savage Beagle
Hip-hop tunes for a full house. Doors at 8:30 p.m.
What: ’80s Night
Where: Tommy Africa’s
DJ Ryder rocks out retro tunes for the packed dance floor. Doors at 9 p.m. Free cover for the first 50 people and VIP line treatment for ’80s outfits!
Tuesday, April 20
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
What: DKNY//Jeans Outdoor Concert Series
Where: Main Stage — Whistler Village
A showcase of this year’s winners of Vancouver radio station CFOX 99.3’s Seeds Contest. Check out Everything After, Tourist, The Solution, Suspect and State of Shock before they explode into mainstream radio infamy like predecessors Nickelback and Default. 2:30-5:30 p.m. www.whistler2004.com.
Who: Lillix
What: Kokanee Freeride Concert Series
Where: Buffalo Bill’s
A free after-dark show featuring the mega-hot pop-rock cuties from Cranbrook. Opening set by James Alex Murdoch. www.whistler2004.com.
Who: Allison Crowe
What: Kokanee Freeride Concert Series
Where: Crab Shack
A free after-dark show featuring the soulful Vancouver Island songstress/piano player. www.whistler2004.com.
What: Panasonic Pro Photographer Search
Where: Telus Conference Centre
Six contestants go head to head with nine-minute slide shows set to music for the chance to be judged Best of Show and win the wildcard spot in the Panasonic Pro Photographer Search on Thursday, April 22. A Telus World Ski & Snowboard Festival event. Tickets: $15, available through TicketMaster and at the venue. Doors open: 8 p.m. Show starts: 9 p.m. www.whistler2004.com.
What: 3 rd Annual Boogie Nights Porn Star Industry Party
Where: Moe Joe’s
Dig out your best Dirk Diggler or Rollergirl duds so you can tear ’em off later in style. Porn star disco moves dance contest with tunes by DJ Stoli. Doors open: 9 p.m.
What: Heavy Metal Industry Party
Where: Maxx Fish
Bang your head to live metal by Vancouver’s The Joint Chiefs and locals The Crowley Band, plus prizes from sponsor Spy Eyewear for best goggle tans and super boozy human tricks. Ph: 604-932-1904.
Who: Bally Oak
Where: Dubh Linn Gate
High-spirited guitar and fiddle duo covering all the Irish classics.
What: Open Mic Night
Where: Black’s Pub
Check out some new talent in a friendly pub atmosphere. Might even be time to dust off that old guitar.
Who: Cameron Chu
Where: The Bearfoot Bistro & Champagne Bar
Piano-man 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. 3-6 p.m.
Who: Rob Funk
Where: Second Cup
Afternoon guitar tunes for the coffee crowd.
What: Das Boot Ballet
Where: Boot Pub
This is not the ballet your mother told you about. Naked babes on stage shake their booty for the boys (and girls) that like to watch.
What: MC Battle Finals
Where: Garibaldi Lift Co.
Another go for the winners of the weekly war of words. Hosted by MC Gigalo with beats by DJ Rob Banks.
What: 4-20 Party
Where: Merlin’s
It’s the 20 th day of the fourth month. Ask any given Whistler local why that’s a reason to party. Ph: 604-938-7700.
CLUBS AND DJS
What: Yardsale
Where: Garibaldi Lift Co. (GLC)
An eclectic après-ski mix of cool tunes with DJ Ace behind the decks. (3-7 p.m.)
What: Pyjama Party
Where: Tommy Africa’s
Naughty nighties and bedroom eyes. Anything goes tonight. DJ Trix throws down ’90s club tracks. Free cover all night long. Doors at 9:30 p.m.
What: Jungle ’n’ Breaks Night
Where: Garfinkel’s
It’s all about the breaks this week with Vancouver DJs Muchi Mambo and OJ in the house along with the gals from clothing company Booty Call Inc. Ph: 604-906-0282.
Who: DJ Seanski
Where: Savage Beagle
If it’s old and new skool hip-hop you’re lookin’ for, Seanski’s the man to see. Doors at 8:30 p.m.
Wednesday, April 21
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
What: DKNY//Jeans Outdoor Concert Series
Where: Main Stage — Whistler Village
Girls Rule! Feisty rocker Bif Naked is joined by grrl band Soma City Ward and pop-rock hotties Lillix. 2:30-5:30 p.m. www.whistler2004.com.
Who: Gob
What: Kokanee Freeride Concert Series
Where: Moe Joe’s
A free after dark show featuring the Vancouver punk band. www.whistler2004.com.
What: Panasonic Filmmaker Showdown
Where: Telus Conference Centre
Screenings of the eight finalists from the contest wherein participants have 72 hours to produce a locally shot 3.5-4.5 minute film. One will be awarded the Best of Show title and a digital camera prize worth $5,600. A Telus World Ski & Snowboard Festival event. Tickets: $15, available through TicketMaster and at the venue. Doors open: 8 p.m. Show starts: 9 p.m. www.whistler2004.com.
What: Goldenrush: Birth of a Ski Resort
Where: Buffalo Bill’s
Whistler premiere of local director/producer Peter Chrzanowski’s documentary looking at three years in the development of the Kicking Horse Ski Resort and its impacts on the town of Golden, B.C. Doors open: 7:30 p.m. Film starts: 8 p.m. Ph: 604-932-6613.
Who: Bally Oak
Where: Dubh Linn Gate
High-spirited guitar and fiddle duo covering all the Irish classics.
Who: Wes Makepeace
Where: Crab Shack
Raw acoustic guitar tunes by a local boy.
Who: Cameron Chu
Where: The Bearfoot Bistro & Champagne Bar
Piano-man sets the mood with lots of soul and R&B and jazzy lounge favourites.
What: Third Annual Whistler Music Search Finals
Where: Crystal Lounge
Winners of the weekly crowd-judged music series go head to head for the grand prize of an electric guitar. Ph: 604-935-1800.
Who: Rob Funk
Where: Second Cup
Afternoon guitar tunes for the coffee crowd.
What: Das Boot Ballet
Where: Boot Pub
This is not the ballet your mother told you about. Naked babes on stage shake their booty for the boys (and girls) that like to watch.
CLUBS AND DJS
Who: DJ Milton
Where: Garibaldi Lift Co. (GLC)
Après chill-out house tracks from the man voted Whistler’s favourite DJ in 2003.
Who: DJ Rosco
Where: Savage Beagle
Hip-hop and R&B. Doors at 8:30 p.m.
What: The Chai Sessions
Where: Second Cup
DJs buddha and A2K spin mellow beats in the coffee shop.
What: Cash Wednesday Grand Prize Draw Night
Where: Tommy Africa’s
Two more spots to give away tonight and then one of the 12 finalists will take home $2,000 cash. DJ Jamie Vale throws down hip-hop & house tracks. Doors at 9:30 p.m.
What: Don’t Blame Us, Blame...Garfinkel’s
Where: Garfinkel’s
Season ending party for the weekly club night features a Playboy Mansion theme: Bunnies, pillow fights and Hefner robes galore set to house tunes by DJs Kori K and Milton who’s got a new CD to show off. Ph: 604-932-2323.
Thursday, April 22
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
What: DKNY//Jeans Outdoor Concert Series
Where: Main Stage — Whistler Village
Punk rocks the village with performances by Gob and Out Of Your Mouth. 2:30-5:30 p.m. www.whistler2004.com.
Who: The Senate Arcade
What: Kokanee Freeride Concert Series
Where: Maxx Fish
A free after dark show featuring the Seattle emo-rockers. www.whistler2004.com.
Who: Kilo Cee
What: Kokanee Freeride Concert Series
Where: Savage Beagle
A free after dark show with the West Coast DJ throwing down in the Beagle bass-ment. www.whistler2004.com.
What: Panasonic Pro Photographer Showdown
Where: Telus Conference Centre
Renowned pro photographers Embry Rucker, Jason Childs and Melissa McManus along with the winner of the Panasonic Pro Photographer Search on Tuesday, April 20, go head to head with nine-minute slide shows set to music for the Best of Show title. A Telus World Ski & Snowboard Festival event. Tickets: $25 available through TicketMaster and at the venue. Doors open: 8:30 p.m. Show starts: 9 p.m. www.whistler2004.com.
Who: Jello Biafra
Where: Delta Whistler Hotel Ballroom
An evening of spoken word with the incomparable free speech advocate, presidential nominee, mayoral candidate and punk rock legend. Tickets: $15 available in advance from The Circle and the Electric Daisy Internet Cafe. www.mountainpromotions.net.
What: LUNA — Fire Within
Where: MY (Millennium) Place — downstairs
Clear your mind, calm your muscles and build inner strength with yoga, Thai massage, meditation and dancing. Part of Whistler Community Services LUNA series of weekly alcohol-free night time events. 8 p.m.-midnight. Tickets $2 available at the door. Ph: 604-902-0769.
What: Industry Party — Ski Launch
Where: Moe Joe’s
Head/Tyrolia has chosen the appropriately named bar to host the launch party for the company’s new MoJo ski. MoJo riders and MoJo pro-ho’s in attendance.
Who: Bruce Coughlan
Where: Crystal Lounge
Seasoned singer/guitar player has the skills to cover whatever the crowd wants to hear.
Who: The Crowley Band
Where: Crab Shack
Local metal maniacs cover classic Priest, Maiden, Sabbath, Danzig and more. Ph: 604-932-4451.
What: The Jam Night
Where: Boot Pub
Open mic and jam night with house band Cold Snap. $100 pool tourney, darts and no techno or R&B – guaranteed.
Who: Cameron Chu
Where: The Bearfoot Bistro & Champagne Bar
Piano-man sets the mood with lots of soul and R&B and jazzy lounge favourites.
Who: Bally Oak
Where: Dubh Linn Gate
High-spirited guitar and fiddle duo covering all the Irish classics.
Who: Rob Funk
Where: Second Cup
Afternoon guitar tunes for the coffee crowd.
CLUBS AND DJS
Who: DJ Rob Banks
Where: Garibaldi Lift Co. (GLC)
R&B, soul, hip-hop and reggae at après (3-7 p.m.)
What: Secret Sexy Lingerie Party
Where: Tommy Africa’s
Campcare charity fundraiser – celebrity auction and lingerie fashion show featuring Vancouver & Whistler models. ’80s, ’90s and hip-hop tunes. Doors at 9 p.m. Tickets $20, available only at the door.
What: Fast Eddie’s 65 th Birthday Bash
Where: Buffalo Bill’s
Come out and party with a long-time local.
What: Locals Night
Where: Garfinkel’s
The biggest locals’ party night in town.
UPCOMING EVENTS.
Telus World Ski & Snowboard Festival April 16-25.
Black Eyed Peas, April 23.
Moustache Night, April 23.
She Stole My Beer, April 24.
Downtown Jay Brown & The White Guy, April 24.
Whole Lotta Led, April 25.
Xavier Rudd, April 25.
The Crowley Band CD Release Party, April 29.
Effect of Gamma Rays on Man-in-the-Moon Marigolds, April 29-30.
