Star tracks down her sister, Simone, and her friend Alexandra, and they travel to Atlanta with hopes of becoming music superstars.
Star, Alexandra and Simone work on a demo for a chance to perform at a music festival; Roland Crane and his wife reveal a damaging secret; Star risks it all to have Roland produce her music; Carlotta and Jahil face off.
Someone close to Carlotta is in danger, bringing out her protective nature; Jahil tries to raise money for a recording session; Simone's past haunts her.
Carlotta continues to pursue the truth about Simone and Star's past; a familiar face seeks Jahil's help; Miss Bruce prepares the salon for an upcoming hair show, and Gladys Knight is arranged to introduce their showcase.
The girls work on updating their style after seeing their local competition; Simone uncovers some of her mother's old tapes; Star puts her new relationship at risk.
Things get out of control during a rally Derek organizes in response to the loss of a close friend; Star fails to show up for a rehearsal, so Alex and Simone are forced to have someone step in for her; Eva's intentions are revealed.
Queen Latifah
Carlotta Brown
Jude Demorest
Star Davis
Brandy
Cassie
Brittany O'Grady
Simone Davis
Amiyah Scott
Cotton