ALABAMA Honored with the Kris Kristofferson Lifetime Achievement Award at the 8th Annual Nashville Songwriter Awards

Legendary country group ALABAMA received one of the industry’s highest distinctions — the Kris Kristofferson Lifetime Achievement Award — during the 8th annual Nashville Songwriter Awards, held at the historic Ryman Auditorium on Tuesday, September 23.

The honor, presented by the Nashville Songwriters Association International (NSAI), celebrated the band’s decades-long contributions to country music and songwriting. Founding member Teddy Gentry accepted the award on behalf of the group, paying tribute to his longtime bandmates Randy Owen and the late Jeff Cook, who were also recognized for their remarkable influence on ALABAMA’s legacy.

A Night of Celebration at the Ryman

The Ryman was filled with artists, songwriters, family, and fans as the NSAI once again gathered the creative community to celebrate the art of songwriting. This year, 42 songwriters were honored for their exceptional contributions to music. For the eighth consecutive year, the event was presented in partnership with City National Bank.