With the reputation of the family business on the line, the Lyons strategize on how to clean up Kingsley’s mess and introduce a new and improved Empire. As Lucious and Cookie hire an old acquaintance to help track down the money Eddie stole, Andre tries to convince Devon’s record label to let him record with Empire. Meanwhile, Treasure and Tiana fight for the female vocalist track on Jamal’s new song.

Dylan and Luke are really impressed with Bill’s tales of heroism and survival as a firefighter, which make Phil feel emasculated. To impress the guys, he invites them over for a little male-bonding moment that goes terribly wrong.

Actor Armie Hammer; actor Jemaine Clement; ScHoolboy Q performs with The Roots.

The best moments of the season so far chronicle the contestants’ journeys from the Blind Auditions to the Battles.

Gretchen maintains an elaborate act of deception while Jimmy prepares for the big day.