What makes This Is Fats by Fats Domino notable?

'This Is Fats' is notable for showcasing Domino's unique style during the burgeoning rock and roll era, contributing to his chart success; it peaked at number 16 on the Billboard Pop Albums chart. The album features a blend of jazz, rhythm and blues, and early rock influences, helping to define the sound of the late 1950s music landscape. Released in 1957, 'This Is Fats' marked Fats Domino's continued rise as a cornerstone of rock and roll after his breakthrough success with hits like 'Ain't That a Shame'. At this point in his career, Domino was solidifying his reputation not just as a performer but also as a cultural icon, bridging the gap between rhythm and blues and mainstream pop.