Carrie Horton

The CMA trophies for Male and Female Vocalist of the Year are honors to receive, not just in recognition of a single musical work, but in recognition of a year spent contributing to the country music genre as a whole.

Here's every artist and album that has won Album of the Year at the CMA Awards ... ever.

Here's what it takes.

Do you know the nicknames of your favorite country stars?

Champs!

All 50-plus of 'em.

These country stars have the most Grammy Awards wins in the genre.

Bryan may be known for shaking his booty on stage and making all the ladies swoon, but when he heads home for the night, it's to one woman: his wife of more than a decade, Caroline!

Learn about five country stars' memorable Christmas traditions.

A look back at some of the most ill-advised outfits from throughout more than 50 years on the CMA Awards red carpet.