LOS ANGELES — Addis native John Foster’s remarkable journey on American Idol continues to gain momentum. On Sunday night, the 18-year-old singer-songwriter clinched a spot in the top 12, further solidifying his place as a fan favorite. On Monday, he secured a spot in the top 10!
Taking the stage in his signature cowboy hat and trusty guitar, Foster delivered a lively rendition of Elvis Presley’s 1957 classic “Jailhouse Rock.” With coaching from music legend James Taylor — a 2000 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee — Foster embraced a looser, more confident stage presence, even throwing in a few Elvis-style leg shakes without venturing into impersonation territory.
“That was such a great song choice,” Carrie Underwood praised. “You were having fun with it, you made it your own, and I feel like I was watching a young Dwight Yoakam up there.” Foster replied that he heard that a lot…