The Stellar Awards, founded in 1984, experienced a significant shift in the 1990s and 2000s. Which of the following MOST accurately describes this shift?

A A decrease in viewership due to a lack of interest in gospel music. B A greater focus on independent artists and smaller record labels, fostering more diversity. C An increased emphasis on production value and mainstream appeal, sometimes at the expense of traditional gospel sounds. D A complete abandonment of traditional gospel categories in favor of exclusively contemporary styles.