Maurice brings in an old friend and regional promoter, Natalie (guest star Meagan Good), to help put the artists of Midtown Sound on the map. Competition and jealousy rise among the artists on their first gig as a collective, while Andy (guest star Elijah Kelley) struggles with his dreams versus his parents' expectations. Alex and Noah finally get Star's approval, but the relationship is tested by a run-in with groupies. Meanwhile, Cassie (guest star Brandy Norwood) offers Miss Bruce a job and Cotton makes a life-changing discovery about her past.
Stars: Jude Demorest, Brittany O'Grady, Ryan Destiny
Director(s): John Krokidas
Writer(s): Lee Daniels, Tom Donaghy, Ester Lou Weithers