Young musician Bess King races from job to job in New York while trying to find the courage to perform her own material.

Taking her brother Louie's advice, Bess gets rehired at the club-and her first paying gig thanks to her friend and coworker Benny.

Bess tries creating a song about hope for a songwriting competition, but is left reeling by an incident involving her roommate, Prisha.

Bess and Samuel are awarded the opportunity to record at legendary Electric Lady Studios-and are joined by Bess's father, Percy.

When she decides to make a music video, Bess asks Ethan to direct and enlists all of her friends to help make it a DIY masterpiece.

Ethan's decision to stay with Laila causes Bess to spiral into self-destruction, which has far-reaching consequences.

Just as Benny sets up a series of meetings with record executives, Bess experiences a setback.

With her family in turmoil and romantic life torn, Bess nears a breaking point.

A secret is revealed about Bess' past-and she faces her fears.