The Stellar Awards, founded in 1984, experienced a significant shift in viewership and influence in the 1990s. Which of the following BEST describes this shift?

A A move away from honoring solely traditional gospel artists towards recognizing a broader range of contemporary styles and independent artists. B A sharp decline in viewership due to increased competition from secular award shows. C A complete restructuring of the award categories to focus exclusively on international gospel music. D A shift towards awarding only artists signed to major record labels.