John Foster JOINS Boots on the Bayou Festival Lineup—Idol RUNNER-UP to Share Stage With Country GIANTS Like Chris Stapleton, Cody Johnson, and Riley Green in Major Career Break

Just weeks after stunning the nation on American Idol, runner-up John Foster has landed the kind of gig most new artists can only dream of. He’s officially been added to the star-studded lineup for the upcoming Boots on the Bayou music festival—where he’ll perform alongside country legends like Chris Stapleton, Cody Johnson, and Riley Green. Fans are already buzzing: will Foster rise to the moment or steal the show entirely? One thing’s clear—this isn’t just a set. It’s a launchpad.

Click now to see why Nashville insiders say John Foster’s breakout moment is only just beginning.

American Idol season 23 runner-up John Foster is quickly proving he’s not just a hometown hero — he’s a rising country music star making waves across the nation.

The Louisiana native has officially been added to the lineup for the 2024 Boots on the Bayou music festival. Set for October 31 to November 1 at the Lamar-Dixon Expo Center in Gonzales, the event will feature some of country music’s biggest names, including Chris Stapleton, Cody Johnson, Parker McCollum, Carly Pearce, Riley Green, and Elle King.

Foster joins a group of incredible talent, also including Marcus King Band, Maddox Batson, Tyler Braden, Ashley Cooke, Chase Tyler, and the Kruse Brothers.

Sharing the spotlight with his idols, Foster’s inclusion in the festival is just another step in what’s becoming an unforgettable year for the 19-year-old singer from Addis, Louisiana.

Fans who followed his journey on American Idol — where he finished just behind winner Jamal Roberts — are thrilled to see him getting such well-deserved recognition.

 

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The excitement has only grown since his unforgettable homecoming ahead of the Idol finale, when thousands of fans welcomed him back to Addis and Plaquemine. Now, he’s back on stage with even more to celebrate.

Tickets for Boots on the Bayou are on sale now, and fans are eager to see Foster take his place among country music royalty.

A Summer to Remember: Grand Ole Opry, Birthday Plans and More for John Foster

As if a festival appearance with country legends wasn’t exciting enough, John Foster is also getting ready for a very special birthday celebration.

After making his Grand Ole Opry debut on June 7, Foster has been invited back to the iconic Nashville stage not once, but twice more this summer.

On July 9 — his 19th birthday — Foster will perform at the Opry again, marking a milestone moment in his rising career. Then, on August 21, he’ll return once more, this time sharing the stage with one of his personal musical heroes, Jamey Johnson.

“Playing the Opry was one of the biggest honors of my life,” Foster wrote on Instagram. “Now, I have the pleasure of celebrating my 19th birthday there on July 9th! On top of that, I get to share the Opry stage with one of my favorite musicians, Jamey Johnson, on August 21st! If I don’t say it enough, thank you, thank you, thank you for putting me here!”

Watch his Opry debut performance below.

The announcement had fans buzzing with excitement and filled the comments section with messages of love and support. From “What a wonderful birthday you’ll have” to “Go get ’em John,” it’s clear Foster has captured the hearts of his growing fanbase.

And there’s more ahead. Foster recently teased a guest appearance on the Fable House podcast later this summer, where he’ll talk more about his musical journey and how life has changed since Idol.

From American Idol to country’s biggest stages, John Foster is showing the world that this is just the beginning of a very bright future.