The field is shrinking, and the tension is mounting, as Hawaii-born Thunderstorm Artis continues his quest to reach the winner’s circle on Season 23 of “American Idol.”

As we previously reported, American Idol isn’t the first reality singing competition for Top 12’s Thunderstorm Artis. Five years ago, he was a contestant on The Voice, finishing in second place, and has since built his music career to the point where he’s earning his living full-time making music. Even so, he decided try his hand at Idol.