A biography of New Orleans rock 'n' roll legend, Fats Domino. It includes revelations about the politics behind the music labels of the 1930s and 40s, and provides a indictment of the great white myths of rock 'n' roll. It also talks about Fats Domino's impact on the popular music of the twentieth century.

A true music lovers' biography, "Blue Monday" includes new revelations about the politics behind the music labels of the 1930s and 40s, and provides a searing indictment of the great white myths of rock 'n' roll. Coleman also brings the African-American culture of New Orleans to life, and his narrative is passionate, compassionate and authoritative. "Blue Monday" is the first biography to convey the full scope of Fats Domino's impact on the popular music of the twentieth century.