By Matt Murray

The Dame will be christened into her new location by two very worthy bands this weekend, both of which are rich in ‘80s influence and indie style.

Same As It Ever Was, hailing from Knoxville, Tenn., is known for its near-perfect covers of the famous ‘80s band, The Talking Heads. Their name goes so far as to borrow a lyric from one of the Head’s greatest hits, “Once in a Lifetime.”

The style of Same As It Ever Was isn’t just a slight variation of The Talking Heads but rather a very well done, precise imitation. If you’re a fan of the original band, it’s worth your seven hard-earned dollars to go check out Same As It Ever Was Friday as The Dame re-opens. Its performance will be followed up with the club’s ever-popular ‘80s dance party.

On the second night of the clubs opening weekend, Big Fresh will take the stage, and while Same As It Ever Was plays more toward the club’s infamous ‘80s style, Big Fresh is more in line with The Dame’s indie side.

Big Fresh hosts a catalogue of very dynamic and diverse songs that certainly make for a great live set list. The band favors electronic instruments over the conventional instrumental set, and it complements the group’s vocalists extremely well.

So when the weekend arrives, clear your schedule and spend the day at Keeneland for its opening weekend. But when night comes, make your way to The Dame, which will not disappoint.

With these two groups taking the stage this weekend, it seems safe to say that despite a location change, The Dame is the Same As It Ever Was.