John David Souther

Rayna is upset when her record company asks her to tour as the opening act for a popular newcomer; Rayna's father, Lamar, disregards her wishes when he backs her husband in a run for mayor of Nashville.

As Teddy's campaign progresses, Rayna must endure an investigation that reveals family secrets; Juliette sees Deacon perform with Rayna; Scarlett is torn between her dream and her commitment to Avery.

Rayna immerses herself in her kids’ lives and her husband’s campaign, and is sobered to learn that she and Teddy are facing financial ruin; Juliette offers Deacon an exclusive contract to write and tour with her; and Juliette’s troubled mother, Jolene, re-enters her daughter’s life in dramatic fashion. Meanwhile, Scarlett and Gunnar’s big break with Watty is threatened.

A personal crisis forces Rayna to head back to Nashville and miss a sold-show in New York; Deacon shares criticism with Juliette; Gunnar wants to celebrate Scarlett's success; Avery becomes Juliette's roadie.

As Rayna settles into the tour, she learns that Deacon has joined Juliette's band; Juliette wants to make a change but her team disagrees; Scarlett receives an offer from Gunnar.