“I felt like I went out there and I gave it the best that I could,” Artis says. “It was such a beautiful night to be able to do a second round of Disney songs. It was so special. Getting a standing ovation for both of them was just a blessing.”

During a recent break in production, Thunderstorm Artis chatted about some of his "American Idol" highlights — including working with the legendary James Taylor.

Ryan Seacrest shared a confession about his love life during a recent episode of American Idol, leaving some viewers speechless. The jaw-dropping moment happened after contestant Thunderstorm Artis performed a touching original song called “Out of the Blue” in honor of his wife,

Here's who made the top 3 on "American Idol" 2025: John Foster, an 18-year-old college student from Addis, Louisiana. Breanna Nix, a 25-year-old stay-at-home mom from Denton, Texas. Jamal Roberts, a 27-year-old PE teacher from Meridian, Mississippi.

Breanna Nix stepped into the top three on American Idol Monday calling it the "most insane, amazing experience" of her life. The 25-year-old from Denton, Texas, is the lone female contestant remaining alongside Jamal Roberts,

Fans of American Idol are divided over Carrie Underwood's strange critique of a Top 5 contestant.The Top 5 - Slater Nalley, Breanna Nix, John Foster, Jamal Roberts, and Thunderstorm Artis - had one more chance to impress fans and judges Luke Bryan,

Get all the news you need in your inbox each morning. Sweet moments such as Breanna Nix trembling and pushing herself to finish Lauren Alaina's "Like My Mother Does" and Thunderstorm Artis serenading his wife Faith with an original song inspired by her gave way to a serious moment when the fan vote for the Top 5 sent two contestants packing.

Hawaii’s Thunderstorm Artis has made it to the Top Seven on “American Idol.” On May 11, viewers will be able to vote for the Top Five before the live