The songs were sung, the votes were counted and Hawaii’s Thunderstorm Artis survived another cut in the field to become a Top 8 contestant on “American Idol.” Voting opened at the top of the broadcast ...

"You're on your way to something, you just have to get more confidence, more stage presence," Richie advised.

The search for the next "American Idol" will continue Monday with Mississippi native Jamal Roberts among the contestants. ...