Thunderstorm Artis

Singer

American Oahu, Hawaii, USA

Quick Info

ProfessionSinger
NationalityAmerican
Date of Birth21/12/1995
Age30 years
BirthplaceOahu, Hawaii, USA

Latest News about Thunderstorm Artis

19/05/2025

Thunderstorm Artis finished in the Top 5 of Season 23 of American Idol, which concluded on May 19, 2025. The season was won by Iam Tongi. Artis, who previously competed on The Voice Season 18, gained national attention through his soulful performances and original songs on the show.

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Bio/Wiki

Real NameDerek Artis
Stage Name OriginAdopted 'Thunderstorm' as a symbolic representation of spiritual intensity, emotional clarity, and transformative energy.

Physical Stats & More

Height6' (183 cm)
Weight75 Kg (165 lbs)
Eye ColorBlack
Hair ColorBlack

Educational Qualification(s)

SchoolHomeschooling
Highest QualificationHigh School

Personal Life

ReligionChristianity
Food HabitNon-vegetarian
Hobbies
  • Playing video games like Tekken and Call of Duty
  • Playing sports (football, volleyball, basketball)

Relationships & More

Marital StatusMarried
Affairs/GirlfriendsFaith Artis
Marriage Date11/04/2020

Family

FatherRon Artis
MotherVictoria Artis
Siblings
  • Ron Artis II
  • Stevon Artis
  • Victor Artis
  • Martis Artis
  • Stephanie Artis
  • Spirit Artis
  • 11
SpouseFaith Artis
Children
  • Ezekiel Storm Artis (elder)
  • Zion Joy Artis
  • Ezekiel Storm Artis

Career

Debut EPHaunted (2018)
Debut SingleSedona (2020)
Achievements
  • Participated in season 18 of The Voice and finished 3rd.
  • Gained popularity in season 23 of American Idol.
  • Toured with Jack Johnson, Train, The Zac Brown Band, and his brother Ron Artis II.
  • Performed at Bottlerock Music Festival.
  • Performed at Millennium Stage (August 19, 2023).
NoteMoved to Nashville to pursue a full-time musical career.

Favourites

SnackPoke bowl from Waialua General Store
Shave Ice PlaceGeneral Store on the North Shore, Hawaii
Songs
  • Better Together by Jack Johnson
  • Over the Rainbow by Israel Kamakawiwo‘ole
  • Island Style by John Cruz
DrinkP.O.G.
BeachWaimea Bay
Hike TrailKa‘au Crater Hike, near the Pali.
NFL TeamSan Francisco 49ers

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Thunderstorm Artis grew up in a middle-class family and has a unique name chosen by his parents who thought they were having twins.
2. He was inspired by his parents to become a musician, learning multiple instruments.
3. His father had notable music experience but passed away in 2010 due to a heart attack.
4. Artis used singing as a therapeutic outlet to address personal challenges.
5. He pursued a brief interest in surfing before a shoulder injury ended that hobby.
6. Director Jon Chu discovered him at an ice cream shop and later invited him to perform at his wedding.
7. Artis sent an email to The Voice show, recommended by Jon Chu.
8. He describes himself as naturally shy.
9. His diverse musical influences include Folk, Rock, Soul and Country.
10. He has performed at religious programs and studied part-time to become a pastor.
11. Multi-instrumentalist skilled in piano, guitar, harmonica, and drums.
12. Grew up performing with his family band, Ron Artis Family Band, at their shop in Haleiwa.
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