'Nashville' Sneak Peek: Rayna Needs Deacon as a Partner

"I need you as a partner, and a co-parent," Rayna tells Deacon. "Isn't
that what we fought so hard for?"

Maddie gets an offer Rayna wants to refuse on this week's episode of Nashville, airing Wednesday, November 18 at 10 p.m. ET/PT on ABC.

In "Unguarded Moments," Rayna wants to turn down Sony's contract offer for Maddie to be a solo artist and finds her family life distracting her from her work with Markus. Luke is desperate to regain Colt's trust; Gunnar's girlfriend, Erin, causes issues on tour with Scarlett and Avery scrambles to make money doing insipid jingles.

In the sneak peek below, Rayna (Connie Britton) asks where Deacon (Charles Esten) has been as she wanted his support while dealing with Maddie’s situation. Deacon has no idea how to help Maddie. Rayna feels Maddie is at a crossroads and desperately needs the help of both of her parents. Rayna also admits she needs Deacon as a partner.

'Nashville' Sneak Peek: Rayna and Deacon Fight

Rayna has a problem with Deacon's new bar venture.

Rayna worries about Deacon's new business partnership on this week's episode of Nashville, airing Wednesday, November 11 at 10 p.m. ET/PT on ABC.

In "Can't Get Used to Losing You," Rayna's concerns about Deacon's business venture with an old friend from AA, Frankie (Mark Collie), threaten to drive a wedge between the lovebirds. Luke's personal integrity and his relationship with Colt are on the line in the wake of recent events.

In the sneak peek below, Rayna (Connie Britton) tells Deacon (Charles Esten) she cannot make it to his show at a bar. She feels, as he is a recovering alcoholic, playing in a bar is a bad idea. An argument ensues as Deacon disagrees

'Nashville' Sneak Peek: Juliette Attacks a Fan

Hayden Panettiere stars as Juliette Barnes. Photo Credit: ABC/Mark Levine

Juliette's fistfight with an aggressive fan goes viral on tonight's episode of Nashville, airing at 10 p.m. ET/PT on ABC.

In "Please Help Me, I'm Fallin'," Juliette gets into a brawl with a fan that goes viral, but Jeff sees damage control as an opening for his own career. Maddie is grounded and misses Colt who is on tour with his dad. Markus butts heads with Rayna over his sound, and the two consider whether they can continue working together.

In the sneak peek below, Juliette (Hayden Panettiere) cannot handle the attention from her fans after learning that Avery is divorcing her. Jeff (Oliver Hudson) and Luke (Will Chase) watch Juliette lose control and attack a fan that tries to take a picture with her

'Nashville' Sneak Peek: Stop the World (And Let Me Off)

Charles Esten and Clare Bowen. Photo Credit: ABC/Mark Levine

Rayna has her hands full, and Maddie joins Colt on Luke's tour on tonight's episode of Nashville, airing at 10 p.m. ET/PT on ABC.

In "Stop the World (And Let Me Off)," Rayna pushes back on Layla's romantic relationship with Jeff, and Markus pushes back on his producer, Avery - which does not go well. Maddie joins Colt on Luke's tour, giving the teens opportunities for more freedom than Maddie can handle. She turns to Juliette for advice and shocks Luke with the results. Meanwhile, Deacon and Scarlett head to Natchez despite their falling-out, and Gunnar enlists Kevin and Will's help as "wingmen" in an effort to pick up a new woman

In the sneak peek below, Deacon tries to console a very drunk Scarlett as she blames herself for her mother’s downward spiral. Deacon says he understands how she feels and assures her it is not her fault as he left Beverly first. However, Scarlett is not consoled. She angrily tells Deacon he has no idea what she is going through and that he is a selfish person.

'Nashville' Sneak Peek: Juliette's Private Turmoil Continues

Juliette is confronted with news from the tabloids.

Juliette's private turmoil could become tabloid fodder on tonight's episode of Nashville, airing at 10 p.m. ET/PT on ABC.

In "The Slender Threads That Bind Us Here," rock star Marcus Keen (Riley Smith) makes demands on Rayna as she struggles to tend to those around her. Layla and Jeff get into a lover's quarrel. Jeff arranges for a journalist to shadow Juliette on tour, but after another emotional setback, she leans on pills and alcohol to get through her days, and Zoey (Chaley Rose) returns to see Scarlett.

In the sneak peek below, Juliette is caught off guard during a radio interview by allegations that Avery is cheating on her. Juliette plays it cool in front of the DJ as there is a journalist with her documenting the moment.

'Nashville' Sneak Peek: How Can I Help You Say Goodbye

Scarlett must decide whether to keep her mother on life support.

Scarlett is forced to make a life-changing choice for her mother, while Avery makes a decision that will change his family's life forever on tonight's episode of Nashville, airing at 10 p.m. ET/PT on ABC.

In "How Can I Help You Say Goodbye," a second aneurysm leaves Beverly brain dead and Deacon consumed with guilt, while Scarlett is forced to decide whether or not to keep Beverly on life support. Meanwhile, Juliette continues a destructive pattern of erratic behavior, pushing Avery to make the heart-wrenching decision to file for divorce.

In the sneak peek below, Deacon and Scarlett learn from Beverly's doctor that it is Scarlett's decision whether or not Beverly stays on life support.

Listen to This Week's 'Nashville' Music, Including "Crazy" Duet from Steven Tyler and Juliette Barnes

Steven Tyler and Juliette Barnes (Hayden Panettiere).

On last night's Season 4 premiere of Nashville, Juliette Barnes (Hayden Panettiere) was joined on stage by Aerosmith frontman Steven Tyler for a duet of Patsy Cline's "Crazy."

Meanwhile, Deacon Claybourne (Chip Esten) sang "Hymn for Her" for his comatose sister, Beverly, who was starting to come around by the end of the episode.

Elsewhere, Gunnar Scott (Sam Palladio) and Scarlett O'Connor (Clare Bowen) sang "Wake Up When It's Over," but when it came time to record the track, Scarlett recorded her part separately, attempting to deny her feelings for her ex.

Watch the performances of this week's new Nashville songs below:

'Nashville' Season 2 Finale Preview: Rayna Finds Herself at an Emotional Crossroads

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The sophomore season of Nashville concludes with the season finale ("On The Other Hand") on Wednesday, May 14 at 10 p.m. ET/PT on ABC.

As Will Lexington's album climbs the chart with the help of Jeff Fordham's deep pockets, Rayna enlists Teddy's help to plan a huge, free concert at LP Field to draw attention to her Highway 65 debut. She will perform with Luke Wheeler and duet with Juliette before thousands of fans. Zoey, Avery and Gunnar rock out at a benefit for Deacon's favorite charity, Sober House, and Avery plans to serenade Juliette with a song he wrote for her. But when he attempts to sing it, he doesn't understand why she is not present. And Scarlett makes a decision about her future in Music City.

Watch a sneak peek video below:

'Nashville' Preview: Rayna Rallies Some Very Important Friends to Join Her in a Visit to Fort Campbell

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The sophomore season of Nashville continues with a new episode ("All or Nothing with Me") on Wednesday May 7 at 10 p.m. ET/PT on ABC. First Lady Michelle Obama and Kellie Pickler guest star.

Rayna organizes a charity concert at Fort Campbell after finding out Luke has been injured in Afghanistan, forcing him to cut his tour short. Deacon and Maddie are brought closer together as they chart a new course for their future. Teddy is beginning to feel like his family is slipping further and further away from him. Juliette is racked with guilt knowing that her back is against the wall after Jeff threatens to go to Avery with the truth. Gunnar is feeling pressure to reveal a secret about Juliette to Avery until Zoey urges him that his professional and private life should be kept separate. And Will and Layla begin shooting their new reality series.

Watch a sneak peek video below:

'Nashville' Preview: Juliette Is Being Blamed For Scarlett's Breakdown and Rayna is Forced To Make a Difficult Decision

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The sophomore season of Nashville continues with a new episode ("Your Good Girl's Gonna Go Bad") on Wednesday April 30 at 10 p.m. ET/PT on ABC.

Scarlett's breakdown is driving everyone to point fingers at who might be responsible for her condition. Deacon is blaming Rayna for pushing her too fast, Rayna is blaming Juliette and for forcing her on stage and Beverly thinks Rayna is only interested in seeing her label succeed. It always feels like everyone has an axe to grind with Juliette so she turns to Avery, only to find him preoccupied with Scarlett. During her moment of weakness, she is driven right into the hands of her nemesis. Meanwhile, Layla tries to convince Will to join her in a reality show.

Watch a sneak peek video below:

NASHVILLE Preview: Rayna's Daughter Meets Luke's Teenage Son, Juliette Finds a Way To Knock Scarlett Down a Peg, and Will & Layla Make an Announcement

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The sophomore season of NASHVILLE continues with a new episode ("Your Wild Life's Gonna Get You Down") on Wednesday March 26 at 10 p.m. ET/PT on ABC.

Rayna plays a mini-set on Luke's tour, and her girls meet his son, Colt (Keann Johnson), a moody teenager who has a big social media following. Juliette's growing jealous of Avery's connection to Scarlett and takes it out on her while they tour together to help raise awareness of Highway 65. Will and Layla make a plan that Gunnar refuses to support, and Teddy forbids Maddie from attending Deacon's latest concert.

Watch a sneak peek video below:

NASHVILLE "Guilty Street" Preview, Charlotte Ross Guest Stars

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The sophomore season of NASHVILLE continues with a new episode ("Guilty Street") on Wednesday March 5 at 10 p.m. ET/PT on ABC.

After performing her manifesto song at her Opry induction, major pop labels are vying to sign Juliette, overwhelming Avery, who can barely afford to take her to dinner. Rayna has major money troubles of her own, since Tandy's been bouncing checks around town for Highway 65, affecting Rayna's ability to sign new artists. Deacon finds that life on the road is filled with temptation when he runs into an old friend, Ruth Bennett (Charlotte Ross), at an AA meeting, and Scarlett becomes more enmeshed with Liam.

Watch a sneak peek video below:

NASHVILLE "They Don't Make 'Em Like My Daddy Anymore" Preview: A Major Producer Wants To Make Juliette A Superstar

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The sophomore season of NASHVILLE continues with a new episode ("They Don't Make 'Em Like My Daddy Anymore") on Wednesday February 26 at 10 p.m. ET/PT on ABC.

Juliette’s new song, "Don't Put Dirt on My Grave Just Yet," catches the ear of a high-powered, hit-making producer, Howie V (Michael Chernus, ORANGE IS THE NEW BLACK). He wants to make her a superstar and brings her to Los Angeles to record, but marginalizes Glenn in the process. Meanwhile, Rayna takes charge with stoicism in the aftermath of recent events, and Scarlett feels lost and alone but finds Liam to be a receptive confidant.

Watch a sneak peek video below:

NASHVILLE "It’s All Wrong, But It’s All Right" Preview; Watch the New Episode of ON THE RECORD

Connie Britton and Will Chase.  Photo Credit: ABC

The sophomore season of NASHVILLE continues with a new episode ("It’s All Wrong, But It’s All Right") on Wednesday January 29 at 10 p.m. ET/PT on ABC.

Jeff is expecting Juliette to formally apologize for her behavior during her Grand Ole Opry ceremony, but at the last minute she has a change of heart and decides to standby the choices she’s made.

Luke introduces Rayna to a power player that could help her get her distribution deal off the ground, and then surprises her with a NASCAR that is wrapped in Rayna Jaymes graphics.

NASHVILLE "Tomorrow Never Comes" Sneak Peek

Rayna (Connie Britton) and Jeff (Oliver Hudson).
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The sophomore season of NASHVILLE continues with a new episode ("Tomorrow Never Comes") on Wednesday, December 11th at 10 p.m. ET/PT on ABC.

Juliette is the main act at Teddy's first annual Music City Festival, but the blowback by the fans and press over the Wentworths throws her for a loop and drags down the event. She demands that Glenn find out who leaked career-killing gossip to the tabloids so she can get ahead of the bad press by calling them out.

Rayna is determined to buy herself out of her Edgehill contract once and for all, even though Tandy and Luke counsel otherwise. Should she risk all her assets on Highway 65?

NASHVILLE "I’m Tired of Pretending" Sneak Peek

Chris Carmack as Will Lexington. Photo Credit: ABC/Mark Levine

The sophomore season of NASHVILLE continues on Wednesday, December 4th at 10 p.m. ET/PT on ABC.

In "I’m Tired of Pretending," Maddie wants to spend more time with Deacon and Teddy begins to feel like he’s being replaced. Rayna is struggling to strike the right balance with the two dads and their fatherhood responsibilities.

Meanwhile, Lamar makes a plea to Rayna to secure Tandy’s support as a character witness.

NASHVILLE "Hanky Panky Woman" Sneak Peek

Connie Britton as Rayna and Will Chase as Luke Wheeler.
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The sophomore season of NASHVILLE continues on Wednesday, November 20th at 10 p.m. ET/PT on ABC.

In "Hanky Panky Woman," Rayna joins Scarlett on the road for her first tour date with Luke Wheeler (Will Chase, SMASH) and is blindsided when Deacon confronts her about putting too much pressure on Scarlett too soon.

Jeff goes to war against Rayna on control of the album she produced with Liam, and Juliette makes a decision about Charlie Wentworth.

NASHVILLE "She's Got You" Sneak Peek

Chris Carmack as Will Lexington. Photo Credit: ABC/Mark Levine

The sophomore season of NASHVILLE continues on Wednesday, November 13th at 10 p.m. ET/PT on ABC.

In "She's Got You," as Teddy's wedding day nears, Maddie feels lost and tells Rayna she wants to get to know Deacon better, forcing Rayna to confront Deacon about stepping up to co-parent. Luke Wheeler (Will Chase, SMASH) commiserates with Rayna about the challenges of exes and parenting.

While on tour in Texas, Juliette angers a lecherous but very influential radio DJ who starts promoting Layla at Juliette's expense.

Sneak Peek: NASHVILLE ("It Must Be You")

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The sophomore season of NASHVILLE continues on Wednesday, October 30 at 10 p.m. ET/PT on ABC.

In "It Must Be You," Rayna sets the record straight on all things personal and professional in a candid interview with ABC News' Robin Roberts (as herself). Determined to be her own boss, Rayna attends the Belle Meade Polo Match to seek out investors for her own label, Highway 65, but is surprised by the reaction from Nashville's elite.

Sneak Peek: NASHVILLE ("Don't Open That Door")

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The sophomore season of NASHVILLE continues on Wednesday, October 23 at 10 p.m. ET/PT on ABC.

In "Don't Open That Door," in advance of a benefit concert starring all of Edgehill's best acts, label head Jeff Fordham (Oliver Hudson) demands that his new artists sell themselves as hot, sexy personas - which is a major struggle for Scarlett, and Layla knows it.

Since Rayna is unsure about her future as a singer, she plots to buy out Edgehill's rights to her music, and Gunnar and Avery decide to record new songs with Zoey, Scarlett's best friend.