Damon Dash, Tina Davis and Zaytoven give 21 up-and-coming R&B and hip-hop artists 30 seconds to prove they deserve to stay in the competition; the stakes are high as the playing field is cut to 12 contestants.

Tina Davis puts the artists through an exhausting obstacle course to test their vocal stamina; celebrity mentor Tamar Braxton provides the artists with some jaw-dropping uncensored advice.

Zaytoven shares one of his trap beats with the artists for a freestyle challenge; tensions flare when the artists must break into teams before stopping by Big Boy's radio show and performing live.

Damon Dash offers a crash course in style, fashion and attitude; model and rapper Kash Doll stops by to help the artists upgrade their looks.

One of the artists makes a shocking announcement; celebrity mentor Lil Kim surprises the artists at dance rehearsals and gives them a lesson on commanding the stage.

Hollywood producer and motivational speaker Devon Franklin drops some wisdom on the artists; celebrity mentor Remy Ma has a heart-to-heart with one of the artists.

Celebrity mentor Keyshia Cole gives the final five artists a social media challenge and hosts this week's elimination challenge that tests fan engagement.

The final four are tasked with making a hit song and music video for AT&T's Dream In Black campaign; singer-songwriter Tank and the late rapper Nipsey Hussle help the artists.