Nikki begins her first day as Barry Fouray's new assistant, planning a listening party for rapper Special Ed. Ahm demands his tape back from DeeVee.
Nikki is tasked with getting rapper D-Rome on stage with Keith Sweat while Barry aims to get face time with label exec Mattie Taylor.
Nikki tries to sign rapper Imani X to Barry's new label, but her mother stands in the way. DeeVee competes in a DJ battle while Ahm and his crew retaliate.
Nikki heads down to Philadelphia to save an unstable rapper's tour. Ahm deals with a personal crisis and a tragic event has repercussions for everyone.
A shocking tragedy leaves everyone at Fouray Management in panic mode while Barry enlists the help of lawyer Paul Anders.
Fouray goes on a partying binge; Nikki spends time with her mother; Ahm and DeeVee create a track together; DeeVee seeks revenge.
Nikki returns to New York with a new plan involving Mattie Taylor and Imani X; Barry moves forward to expand his company; Damita interviews 2 Live Crew; Ahm is under pressure; DeeVee is pursued by his crew.
Barry Fouray and Mattie race to sign Ahm; Nikki and DeeVee have to make difficult choices that will impact their lives forever.