Ep 8. You're Lookin' at Country

In Nashville season 3 episode 8 titled "You're Looking at Country," the country music industry is buzzing with the CMA nominations, and the drama between the characters is heating up. Rayna (played by Connie Britton) is dealing with the aftermath of her breakup with Luke (played by Will Chase) and trying to focus on her career. However, her label decides to release a greatest hits album, which leads to tension between Rayna and her producer, Liam (played by Michiel Huisman).

Meanwhile, Juliette (played by Hayden Panettiere) is struggling with her pregnancy and trying to keep her career afloat, which is further complicated by her rocky relationship with her baby's father, Avery (played by Jonathan Jackson). The two are forced to work together when they are nominated for a duet at the CMAs, but their unresolved issues threaten to sabotage the performance.

Deacon (played by Charles Esten) is also dealing with the fallout from his breakup with Rayna and trying to move on with his life. He starts a new relationship but finds it difficult to fully let go of his feelings for Rayna. Meanwhile, his sister Beverly (played by Dana Wheeler-Nicholson) joins his band but is causing tension among the group with her difficult attitude.

As the episode progresses, the characters navigate their personal and professional struggles leading up to the CMAs, with a few surprises along the way. "You're Lookin' at Country" is an emotional and dramatic episode that showcases the raw talent of the show's cast and leaves viewers eagerly anticipating what's to come in future episodes.