Rising Stars

John Foster’s Heartfelt Tribute: Singing a Goodbye to a Lost Friend on the American Idol Stage

Joanna Woodnutt

John Foster is a singer who doesn’t just perform songs instead he also shares stories from his heart. During the ...

American Idol’s John Foster Set to Make His Grand Ole Opry Debut After Stunning Season 23 Run

Dylan Kickham

John Foster, the 18-year-old country singer from Addis, Louisiana, is already making big moves after finishing second on American Idol ...

At Just 16, John Foster Proved Talent Isn’t About Age with His Emotional “The Chair” Performance

Joanna Woodnutt

John Foster has been showing his excellent singing skills since he was very young. At just 16 years old, he ...

From Church Choir to Community Leader: How Jamal Roberts Balances Music and Mentoring Youth

Dylan Kickham

Jamal Roberts is not just a singer, he is also someone who cares deeply about helping young people. Even as ...

How Jamal Roberts Honored His Roots With a Touching Visit Back to His Church After Winning American Idol

Sarah Sherman

Jamal Roberts began his music journey in a very special place, his church. Singing there helped him discover his love ...

He Broke, He Held On And John Foster’s Mother’s Day Tribute Was All the More Beautiful Because of It

Sarah Sherman

How do you sing to someone who is no longer here to hear it? On American Idol’s Mother’s Day episode, ...

Backstage with Jamal Roberts: How Humor and Calm Helped Him Face the Spotlight

Joanna Woodnutt

Backstage at GMA, Jamal Roberts showed a different side of himself; one filled with nerves and excitement. As he prepared ...

American Idol Finalist John Foster Thanks Fans and Looks Ahead to Bright Music Future

Michael Stevens

John Foster, a talented singer who was a finalist on American Idol is ready to start a new chapter in ...

From Small-Town Singer to National Star: John Foster’s Dream Is Just Getting Started

Joanna Woodnutt

John Foster, a singer from Addis, Louisiana, is living a dream that keeps getting bigger. After becoming a finalist on ...

You Know That Feeling of Giving Everything and Wondering If It’s Still Not Enough? Jamal Roberts Does Too

Sarah Sherman

It all started with a voice that felt like it came from another time rich, aching, and completely alive. When ...