---
product_id: 24477878
title: "The Big Beat: Fats Domino and the Birth of Rock N' Roll"
brand: "fats dominojoe lauro"
price: "VT9137"
currency: VUV
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/24477878-the-big-beat-fats-domino-and-the-birth-of-rock
store_origin: VU
region: Vanuatu
---

# The Big Beat: Fats Domino and the Birth of Rock N' Roll

**Brand:** fats dominojoe lauro
**Price:** VT9137
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** The Big Beat: Fats Domino and the Birth of Rock N' Roll by fats dominojoe lauro
- **How much does it cost?** VT9137 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/24477878-the-big-beat-fats-domino-and-the-birth-of-rock)

## Best For

- fats dominojoe lauro enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted fats dominojoe lauro brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Description

The Big Beat: Fats Domino and the Birth of Rock N' Roll

## Images

![The Big Beat: Fats Domino and the Birth of Rock N' Roll - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61TyCQPB6zL.jpg)

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars







  
  
    You'll want to watch this more than once.
  

*by S***R on Reviewed in the United States on February 24, 2020*

This DVD includes the "American Masters" show plus the longer, more comprehensive look at Fats Domino's life and career.  The shorter version seems to have better picture and sound quality than the director's cut, but the latter has more music, which is an enjoyable plus.  Sprinkled with interesting interviews highlighting how other musicians were affected by Fats' music and who helped him during his hitmaking years, these productions are a real treat not just for Fats Domino fans, but also for everyone who is interested in the trials and tribulations of very talented black performers, as they helped shape the history and direction of music in America and worldwide.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars







  
  
    A lot of information about Fats!
  

*by M***. on Reviewed in the United States on August 17, 2019*

I learned a lot about Fats though this video documentary.  I didn't realize how big of a part Dave Bartholomew played in helping Fats become a success.  Fats and Dave laid down the ground work for what became rock and roll.  They were playing rock and roll but it was called R&B.  Fats & Dave deserve and should  be recognized by anyone that enjoys rock and roll.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4.0 out of 5 stars







  
  
    A Different Time and Space
  

*by M***D on Reviewed in the United States on June 16, 2016*

The Big Beat includes all the typical elements of a documentary: a history of Fats childhood, the beginning of his career, and highlights of his adult career.  At a mere 53 minutes (broadcast version), what is missing is details about Fats the person such as his thoughts and opinions, and information about his personal life. For example, transpiring during a time of racial segregation we get no inkling of what Fats thought of this, or how it may have affected him. Or, how did his success impact his family. Perhaps that was the intention of the producers, as the documentary is very informative about the development of Fats’ music and the success of his songs.A documentary of Fats is certainly deserved and there is no denying his achievements. He played a major part as a musical bridge from rhythm & blues to rock & roll. He provided a transition that made the music more palatable and accessible to mainstream (white) America.  However, his style was eclipsed by more controversial and kinetic performers and once the British Invasion hit his genteel and rolling music eventually – as with most pop genres – fell out of favor. Furthermore, in pop music it’s often not enough to rely on the music to stay popular, it often takes a certain amount of drama, which he had none. It probably didn’t help that he was viewed as a “harmless” rock & roller.  Even so, for several decades he was able to maintain successful publishing and touring endeavors.The documentary includes several quality performance clips. It also includes good interviews with members of Fats’ band and other musicians, including Professor Longhair, Allen Toussaint, Earl Palmer, Herb Hardestry, as well as former record man, Eddie Ray. Fats’ co-writer and producer Dave Bartholomew receives a lot of face time. His importance in Fats’ career cannot be understated and he deserves his own documentary.As it happens to many things, trends change, fads come and go, and what’s popular can change on a dime. During his heyday, Fats’ music was the best of its kind. Now it seems simplistic and quaint. That doesn’t mean it’s not quality, it just means it’s from a different time and space. The documentary does a good job reminding us why this music was so popular.(to read more about Fats, check out “Blue Monday: Fats Domino and the Lost Dawn of Rock ‘n’ Roll)

---

## Why Shop on Desertcart?

- 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016
- 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories
- 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price
- 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members)
- 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection
- ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews

**Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.vu/products/24477878-the-big-beat-fats-domino-and-the-birth-of-rock](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/24477878-the-big-beat-fats-domino-and-the-birth-of-rock)

---

*Product available on Desertcart Vanuatu*
*Store origin: VU*
*Last updated: 2026-03-09*