Can "Empire" Boost Ratings By Replacing Timbaland As Music Director?

Lee Daniels‘ show “Empire” was shattering viewership records when it premiered in 2015. For weeks after its first episode, ratings continually went up steadily, which was unprecedented. But the magic didn’t last forever. Now, in the show’s third seasons, producers are struggling to pinpoint the source of the show’s falling ratings.

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Naturally, when looking to boost ratings for a musical soap-opera, producer first look at the music, and let hit music producer Timbaland go as the show’s music director. Who are they going to replace him with? Click on the audio player to hear more as Gary With Da Tea and the rest of the cast discuss further in this exclusive clip from Gary’s Tea.

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