Derek Krantz

Caroline splashes out on hair extensions and new sheets for Max, not realising that Max's old pillowcases hold a certain sentimental value.

Rayna and Deacon's glittering evening at the Country Music Association Awards ends in a confrontation that pushes Deacon off the rails. Meanwhile, Gunnar does his best to win back Scarlett's heart.

Deacon awaits his pending jail sentence as Rayna is in a coma. Meanwhile, Teddy grapples with Peggy's pregnancy and Gunnar's proposal complicates his relationship with Scarlett.

As Rayna returns home from hospital, she discovers that Edgehill Records has appointed a new chief executive, Jeff Fordham.

Rayna and Teddy's divorce is finalised and each embarks on a new path. Meanwhile, Juliette takes a high-paying private gig at a billionaire couple's anniversary party.

Scarlett struggles when Jeff Fordham wants his new artists to cultivate hot, sexy personas. Meanwhile, Rayna wants to obtain the rights to her music and Avery and Gunnar decide to record songs with Scarlett's friend Zoey.