Ep 4. Even Cowgirls Get the Black and Blues

Liv Moore, the main character in iZombie season 2 episode 4, "Even Cowgirls Get the Black and Blues," is a zombie and a medical examiner who helps solve murders by consuming the brains of the deceased and gaining their memories and abilities.

In this episode, Liv consumes the brain of a country-singing waitress named Kaley, who was killed in a bar fight. As she eats Kaley's brain, Liv takes on her personality and obsession with singing and playing the guitar.

Meanwhile, Major, a former zombie hunter who is now a zombie himself, is dealing with the side effects of his cure, which include memory loss and hallucinations. He seeks out a support group for other cured zombies and meets a woman named Shawna, who he becomes interested in.

Back at the morgue, Liv and her boss, Ravi, work to solve Kaley's murder. They soon discover that Kaley was involved in a love triangle with two other bar employees, one of whom was a drug dealer. As they delve further into the case, they also learn that Kaley had a secret, illegal source of money.

As Liv continues to channel Kaley's personality, she starts performing at a country bar with her friend, Peyton. Liv's singing helps attract a new customer to the bar, who turns out to be the drug dealer from Kaley's love triangle. Liv uses her newfound skills and insights to interrogate and ultimately catch the killer.

Meanwhile, Blaine, the main antagonist of the series, is dealing with his own troubles. He is slowly losing his memory due to his zombie brain deteriorating. He seeks out Ravi to ask for assistance, but Ravi is hesitant to help as he fears Blaine may be unpredictable.

Throughout the episode, Liv struggles to balance her personal life and her work as a medical examiner and zombie detective. She helps solve the case while dealing with the ramifications of Kaley's obsession with country music.

"Even Cowgirls Get the Black and Blues" features a mix of humor, drama, and mystery that is unique to iZombie. The episode highlights the challenges that come with being a zombie and the personal struggles that the characters face while trying to live their lives. It is a compelling and exciting addition to season 2 of the series.