Bill Haley and Fats Domino quiz Flashcards
What year was Fats Domino born?
1928
Where was he born
New Orleans, Louisiana
How did he get his nickname “fats”?
- He gained weight after getting married
2. He reminded his friend of other famous musicians with the nickname “Fats” (Fats Waller and Fats Pichon)
Was Fats Domino inducted into the Rock and Roll hall of fame?
yes
What is the name of the album he released in response to rumors of his death?
Alive & Kickin’
What year was Bill Haley born?
1925
What happened to him 1929?
He went blind in his left eye after surgery on his inner ear.
What was his yodeling name?
Silver Yodeling Bill Haley
What was the name of the Country & Western band he formed?
The Saddlemen
He was the first major American rock artist to tour Europe.
True
Why did he start losing popularity in the US?
Elvis Presley became more popular in the states.
