BATON ROUGE, La. (Louisiana First) — Louisiana’s John Foster sang his way into the Top 3 on “American Idol” on Monday night.
Foster, of Addis, 18, started his Sunday night by performing “Almost There” from The Princess and the Frog for the singing competition’s Disney-themed night. He followed that performance with a rendition of “Believe” by Brooks & Dunn dedicated to his mother.
Joining Foster in the Top 5 were Breanna Nix, Jamal Roberts, Slater Nalley, and Thunderstorm Artis.
Foster continued his journey on American Idol Monday night to secure his spot in the Top 3. The five contestants competed for a chance to be one of the three musicians who make the finale.
The West Baton Rouge Parish community continues to put its support behind Foster. The West Baton Rouge Sheriff’s Office said, “You made us cheer, you gave us chills and you made it all the way to the Top 5!”
The Town of Addis referenced Foster’s performance on Sunday night when they said, “There ain’t nothin’ gonna stop him now… ‘Cause he’s #AlmostThere!”
To celebrate, the Town of Addis is throwing a parade and concert for Foster on Wednesday, May 14. The parade starts at 5 p.m., near Parker Lane and 1st Street. The route continues down 1st Street until it reaches the intersection of 1st Street and La. Hwy 1. The concert takes place at the Bayou Plaquemine Waterfront Park at 7:30 p.m.
The show’s finale is on Sunday, May 18.
