Over Memorial Day weekend, Louisiana got a musical moment to remember as two of the state’s own — Cajun music legend Wayne Toups and rising country star and American Idol runner-up John Foster — shared the stage for a surprise performance that’s already making waves across social media.
The event took place at the Cajun Country Memorial Day Festival in Denham Springs, a three-day celebration that brought together major country artists like Craig Morgan, Frank Foster, Chris Cagle, and Dylan Scott, along with beloved Louisiana acts including Parish County Line and, of course, Toups himself. Rumors swirled all weekend about John Foster possibly making an appearance, and fans weren’t disappointed. Not only did he take the stage multiple times — including a set with Craig Morgan — but he also made a surprise appearance with Wayne Toups that’s now the talk of the town.
The two performed the Cajun classic “Mahtlda”, bringing together their musical styles in a vibrant and soulful rendition of the beloved tune. Videos captured by fans — including one shared by Donna Crehan on Facebook — show Toups and Foster side by side, grinning as they let the music take over. The crowd was clearly thrilled, with cheers echoing across the festival grounds as the duo paid tribute to Louisiana’s rich musical roots.
Wayne Toups later posted photos of the performance on Facebook, calling attention to the special moment between “two Louisiana boys hangin’ out on stage.” The chemistry was undeniable — Toups, the veteran with decades of genre-defining Cajun music under his belt, and Foster, the new voice of country with deep Louisiana pride and a wholesome image that continues to resonate with fans.
The weekend also marked a major announcement from Foster: his Grand Ole Opry debut will take place on June 7th in Nashville, a milestone moment in his already fast-rising career following his standout run on American Idol Season 23.
If you haven’t seen the performance yet, do yourself a favor and search out the videos now circulating online. The energy, the music, the Louisiana pride — it all came together in a performance that’s sure to go down as one of the most unforgettable moments of the festival.
