Ep 23. Getting the Band Back Together!
Ash, Pikachu, and the gang are on their way to the next town when they happen upon a group of musicians performing on the side of the road. As they stop to listen, they notice that the lead singer of the group is none other than their old friend, DJ Leo.
Excited to see their old friend, Ash and his friends join the group for a jam session, but they quickly realize that something is off. DJ Leo seems distracted and distant, and the other members of the band are fighting amongst themselves.
Ash and his friends are determined to help their friend and get the band back on track. They decide to join the group on their tour, hoping to help them rekindle their love for music and each other.
Along the way, they encounter some unexpected challenges. The group's tour bus breaks down, and they are forced to spend the night in the forest. As they settle in for the night, they realize that they are not alone.
Team Rocket has been spying on them and decides to steal Pikachu. The group bands together to stop Team Rocket and save Pikachu, but in the chaos, DJ Leo is injured.
As they tend to their friend's injuries, they realize that they must face their own fears and insecurities if they are going to help DJ Leo and the band. They spend the night sharing stories, and by morning, everyone has a renewed sense of purpose.
When they finally make it to the town where the band is scheduled to perform, they are surprised to find that the venue has been double booked. Disappointed but not deterred, the group decides to set up a makeshift stage and perform in the town square.
Despite the initial skepticism from the townspeople, the group's passion and talent win them over, and they end up having a successful performance. As the crowd cheers and applauds, DJ Leo realizes that he has found his true calling as a musician and thanks his friends for helping him rediscover his love for music.
The episode ends with Ash and his friends heading off to their next adventure, knowing that they have made a true difference in their friend's life and the life of the band.
