The 79-year-old New Orleans icon was crisp and energetic as he sang and played the piano, and the crowd of hundreds jumped and screamed when he belted out "Blueberry Hill". Domino, whose real name is Antoine, lost his home and much of the city he loves during Katrina. He was rescued by boat from his flooded 9th Ward home after the storm struck on August 29 2005.
The Tipitina's Foundation, which put on the show at Tipitina's nightclub, is working with artists such as Elton John and BB King to record an album of Domino's songs. Proceeds will go towards providing musical instruments to the city's schools and helping artists recover from the hurricane. About 25% will go towards restoring Domino's home, which he is expected to move back to this year.
