Official Honky Tonk Music Association Awards Information • A Division of Affinity Publishing Group, Inc.

Award Categories

A clear guide to HTMA award divisions, genres, legacy honors, performance awards, and Affinity Awards.

Honky Tonk

Honky Tonk Awards

Honoring traditional feeling, classic performance, emotional storytelling, and modern artists who carry the honky tonk spirit forward.

Country

Country & Classical Country

Recognizing performances, songs, artists, and legacy contributors connected to traditional and country music excellence.

Gospel

Gospel Awards

Recognizing gospel vocalists, songwriters, quartets, inspirational performances, and faith-centered musical excellence.

Pop / Rock

Pop & Rock Awards

Recognizing pop, rock, and crossover artists whose performances show originality, power, and emotional reach.

Soul / R&B / Hip-Hop

Soul, R&B & Hip-Hop

Recognizing artists and songs that carry rhythm, voice, message, and cultural expression across modern and traditional styles.

Affinity

Affinity Awards

Affinity Awards are separate from standard performance awards and may include monetary prizes, trophies, and certificates.