Ep 14. Sad Songs for Dirty Lovers

At the start of One Tree Hill season 4 episode 14, titled "Sad Songs for Dirty Lovers," Peyton (Hilarie Burton) and Brooke (Sophia Bush) are organizing a charity benefit concert in honor of their deceased mutual friend, Angie. Meanwhile, Lucas (Chad Michael Murray) is busy trying to prevent Dan (Paul Johansson) from seeing his granddaughter, Jamie, after the boy's mother returns to town.

As the concert draws near, Peyton struggles with feelings of guilt over Angie's death and worries that the benefit won't be enough to make up for the loss. She seeks solace in music, spending long hours in the Red Bedroom Records studio with new artist Mia (Kate Voegele). The two bond over their shared love of music and Mia offers a fresh perspective on Peyton's grief.

Brooke, on the other hand, is dealing with some major relationship drama. After catching Lucas kissing Peyton, she breaks up with him and begins a steamy affair with a new man, Nick (Emmanuelle Vaugier). However, things quickly take a turn for the worse when Nick is revealed to be a married man.

As the night of the concert arrives, tensions rise both on and off stage. Peyton struggles to keep her emotions in check as she gives a heartfelt speech about Angie, and Brooke is forced to confront her feelings of guilt and betrayal. Meanwhile, Nathan (James Lafferty) and Haley (Bethany Joy Lenz) share a tender moment as they perform a duet in honor of their fallen friend.

Overall, "Sad Songs for Dirty Lovers" is a poignant episode that explores themes of grief, guilt, and forgiveness. With well-crafted performances from the ensemble cast and a memorable soundtrack of indie rock hits, it is a testament to the enduring power of One Tree Hill's emotional storytelling.