Fats Domino, one of rock 'n' roll's first stars, has died at 89. (Creative Commons)NEW ORLEANS: Fats Domino, the amiable rock `n' roll pioneer whose steady, pounding piano and easy baritone helped change popular music while honouring the traditions of the Crescent City, has died. But Domino sold more than 110 million records, with hits including "Blueberry Hill," "Ain't That a Shame" - originally titled "Ain't It A Shame"- and other standards of rock `n' roll. "Fats Domino added to New Orleans' standing in the world, and what people know and appreciate about New Orleans." He also helped bridge rock `n' roll and other styles - even country/western, recording Hank Williams' Jambalaya and Bobby Charles' Walkin' to New Orleans.

Source: Bangkok Post October 25, 2017 17:03 UTC