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In an effort to boost ticket sales, Mateo brings on controversial rapper Lil Dini, who clashes with Take 3; Star and Noah confide in each other about their relationship issues; Simone is put in a sticky situation when Jackson is cast as her co-star.

Carlotta works to make the Rhythm and Bells Festival a success, Star ends up in a legal bind, and Alex makes a major career move. Plus, Simone is hiding a secret, Cassie gets out of jail seeking revenge, and Derek and Ruby volunteer at the shelter.

Gravity Media recruits social media influencer Chloe David to attract more attention to Carlotta's festival. Also, Take 3's plan to hijack attention to their album doesn't go as planned, and Cassie's relationship with Xander gets more complicated.

Star's situation with the law intensifies, Noah juggles new priorities, and Gigi and Alex face off to see who will be number one at the label. Meanwhile, Simone, Mateo and Derek fight city council to make Atlanta a sanctuary city.

The ASAs finally arrive and Take 3 fights Amber Drake for the top spot; Alex prepares for her wedding, but someone from her past wreaks havoc on her big day; Star finally makes a decision about Davis; Carlotta continues to mend things with Rashad.