
Union Station
Awards & Honours
40
Awards Won
4
Honours
3
Rankings
2
Covers
3
Records
Alison Krauss & Union Station holds a distinguished place in American music, largely due to their extraordinary haul of 20 Grammy Awards. This makes Alison Krauss one of the most awarded female artists in Grammy history, a testament to her and the band's consistent artistic quality across decades. Their albums have not only topped bluegrass charts but have also achieved significant crossover success, with Paper Airplane reaching number five on the Billboard 200 and simultaneously hitting number one on the Country, Bluegrass, and Folk Album charts. This achievement highlighted their ability to appeal to diverse audiences while staying true to their roots. The band's influence extends to the International Bluegrass Music Association (IBMA), where many members, including Alison Krauss and Jerry Douglas, have been inducted into the Bluegrass Hall of Fame, recognizing their profound contributions to the genre. Their instrumental virtuosity and Krauss's unique vocal delivery have set a high standard for acoustic music, inspiring countless musicians and expanding the reach of bluegrass worldwide. They have consistently demonstrated a rare blend of traditional respect and innovative musicianship that resonates deeply with fans and critics alike.

Awards
Honours & Distinctions
Bluegrass Hall of Fame Inductee
Jerry Douglas inducted for his contributions to bluegrass music
Bluegrass Hall of Fame Inductee
Alison Krauss inducted for her significant impact on bluegrass
National Medal of Arts
Awarded to Alison Krauss for her contributions to American culture
Kennedy Center Honors
Awarded to Alison Krauss for her lifetime contributions to American culture
Rankings & Lists
100 Greatest Country Artists of All Time
Greatest of All Time Country Artists
40 Greatest Women in Country Music
Magazine Covers
Rolling Stone
2025
Alison Krauss & Union Station: The Return of Bluegrass Royalty
The Bluegrass Situation
January 2025
Alison Krauss & Union Station Announce Arcadia
Records & Feats
Most Grammy Wins by a Female Artist
Alison Krauss holds the record for the most Grammy Awards won by a female artist, with 27 wins across her career.
Simultaneous #1 Chart Debuts
Their album Paper Airplane debuted at number one on the Billboard Country, Bluegrass, and Folk Album charts all at the same time.
Longest Hiatus Between Studio Albums
The 14-year gap between Paper Airplane (2011) and Arcadia (2025) marks the longest period between new studio albums for the group.