If a passion for music and a knack for writing make a career, then color Amanda Hensel lucky. She is the product of writers -- apparently when you add two news journalists together, you get one music journalist. She currently resides in 'the live music capital of the world,' where she snagged a journalism degree from the University of Texas. Although she's grounded in Austin, Hensel's name travels -- in her short career, she has cited her passion writing for AOL Music Blog, Fringe Magazine, the Houston Press and various other publications.
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Lauren Gray Hits Hollywood With Adele’s ‘One and Only’ on ‘American Idol’
Lauren Gray is a southern-bred lady, the kind of girl who's close to her family and keeps business in the blood... When she's not performing in her dad's band, that is. Gray made her 'American Idol' debut in St. Louis on Thursday with yet another Adele cover, though her performance was anything but run-of-the-mill.
Reis Kloeckener ‘Leans On’ His Soulful Side on ‘American Idol’
In just an hour, St. Louis has given us more talent than we've seen all season on 'American Idol,' just about. Reis Kloeckener came ready to battle with a sob story about being bullied in high school, but as it turns out, he didn't need it -- his voice spoke for itself.
Johnny Keyser Promises ‘Change Is Gonna Come’ on ‘American Idol’
… And boy, do we believe him. Johnny Keyser, 22, waltzed into the judge's room on tonight's 'American Idol' with a big dream and an even bigger voice, and walked out with a golden ticket after delivering a jaw-dropping rendition of the Sam Cooke classic, 'A Change Is Gonna Come.'
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Taylor Swift Attempts Beatboxing in 2012 Grammys Promo
Taylor Swift is a lot of things, but she's no LL Cool J. Understandably, as a pop/country-singing 'Love Story' starlet, T-Swizzle is just a little lacking in the rap category, as is proven in a new 2012 Grammys promo where she attempts to beatbox. And fails. Miserably.
Miley Gets Busted With Cigs, Weed + Condoms in New ‘LOL’ Clip
Miley Cyrus finds herself dabbling in cigarettes, weed and condoms in a new video ... As if that's anything new. In a new preview for her upcoming film 'LOL,' Miles -- as Lola -- gets busted by her mom, played by Demi Moore, after she throws a rowdy party.
Demi Lovato Seduces the Camera in New Tyler Shields Shoot
Demi Lovato is already smokin' hot as it is (it's okay to say that since she's 19), but she's hotter than ever when she's trying to be sexy. In a new shoot with the famed photographer Tyler Shields, Demi seduces the camera and shows off a bit of the woman inside of her.
‘Glee’ to Introduce Rachel’s Dads in ‘Heart’ Episode
We've heard enough about Rachel's two dads in three seasons of 'Glee' that it's beyond time to meet them 'face to face,' so to speak. Apparently, we won't be waiting much longer. The pair will make their debut in the upcoming 'Heart' Valentine's Day episode!
Justin Bieber Bonds With Lil Wayne in the Studio
Justin Bieber is hard at work in the studio, prepping his forthcoming new 'Believe' album, but that doesn't mean he doesn't have time to visit with friends -- or go skateboarding. On Wednesday, the Biebs tweeted a pic of himself chillaxin by a mini-skate park with his good bud and "big bro," the notorious Lil Wayne.
Listen to Madonna’s ‘Give Me All Your Luvin” iTunes Preview Feat. M.I.A., Nicki Minaj
What's radder than Madonna? Well, Madonna with Barbie Nicki Minaj and tough girl M.I.A. at her side, of course. Madge's new single 'Give Me All Your Luvin'' hasn't hit the web in full yet, but you can get an earful of the song right now!