Official Honky Tonk Music Association Awards Information • A Division of Affinity Publishing Group, Inc.
Official Rules & Award Information
Official award rules, Affinity Award distinction, registry notices, and HTMA public award information.
Official Award Rules
HTMA Award Rules & Public Award Information
Honky Tonk Music Association awards are official performance awards unless specifically identified as Affinity Awards. Standard HTMA performance awards have no cash value.
Winners may receive a trophy, certificate, public recognition, official registry listing, and press coverage or promotional resources as determined by HTMA.
Affinity Awards
Affinity Awards are separate awards connected to Affinity Publishing Group, Inc. Affinity Awards may include monetary prizes, trophies, and certificates.
Affinity Awards may be presented to Affinity artists, Affinity employees, or exceptional individuals recognized by Affinity for achievement worthy of special monetary recognition.
Registry & Ceremony Terms
- Official winners and nominees are determined according to HTMA records, announcements, and the official registry.
- HTMA may update categories, descriptions, ceremony information, and registry listings as the inaugural season develops.
- Use of HTMA name, certificates, award wording, or official recognition language must remain accurate and consistent with HTMA publications.
- The 2025-2026 Inaugural Awards Ceremony will be held in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, with date, location, and time to be announced.