Just look at where this episode starts with its opening montage.
Nobodys doing well, that much is obvious.
Then theres Will, whose hard time is getting personal.
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Homophobic dads can be so dramatic.
When Rayna hears about the showcase shes determined to ensure that Maddie doesnt make a mistake.
Meanwhile, Avery is back on stage performing again and things seem to be going well with Layla.
They even manage to sneak in a little makeout time behind the venue after Averys set.
The problem is, theyre not alone.
A paparazzo snaps a few photos of them playing tonsil hockey and then takes off.
Im sure itll all be fine though.
After finding out about Maddies showcase, Rayna sees only one option for getting her in good hands.
She goes to her friend Doug at Tupelo Creek and asks him to sign her.
That way shell know shes with someone who cares about her and her future in music.
Doug agrees to do his best, but the competition could be tough.
Maddies also getting advice from Juliette, who reaches out and tries to talk some sense into her.
Anything that pisses Cash off is fine by me though.
First, Gunnar is upset about theRolling Stonearticle.
These two just cant figure it out.
NEXT: Using the Jaymes name
So, those paparazzi pictures?
They get on the Internet pretty quick and that causes some fights.
Everyone is misunderstanding each other right now!
Havent these people heard that communication is pretty important in relationships?
I thought songwriters were supposed to be in touch with their emotions?
Back in his hometown, Will attends his mothers funeral service against his dads wishes.
Its a sweet moment, and it leads to Will and his fatherkind ofcoming to an understanding.
Later, his dad stands up for Will when someone calls him a homo.
Its not exactly a redeeming moment, but its something.
Now, can we get Will back to Nashville and furthering his music career?
Meanwhile, Juliette and her hired date run into Kesha (!)
and Noah, Juliettes co-star, and things get a little awkward.
Back in Nashville things arent looking too good for the Jaymes clan.
She has her sister, and she has Daphne.
So, what about Deacon?
It just might be his saving grace.
Thats where the episode leaves us, but perhaps more interesting is what happens just moments earlier.
It looks like Layla is using Avery to drum up some publicity for her career.
This is going to be a disaster, but thats par for the course with this season ofNashville.
