Contact: Temera Royston, 310-704-2766, praisehim@fiveam.net 

WASHINGTON, Dec. 15 /Christian Newswire/ -- Gospel Recording Artist 5AM Praise recently nominated for a Stellar Award for their latest release, "The Beginning" will be performing at the Showplace Arena in Upper Marlboro, MD December 31, 2009 this New Year's Eve, with Fred Hammond, Ty Tribett and Vicki Winans.

When 5AM Praise hits the stage, everybody dances and get their praise on! This Gospel Duo mix Gospel, Praise & Worship with slamming beats and laid-back grooves, to encompass many styles of music that can only be described as one... Awesome! The swarms of arms lifted up at their concerts testify to their energy & anointing. Their energy is contagious and instantly transforms the average concert into an evening to remember! They're quickly becoming the hottest new Gospel Duo, with an interactive stage presence and anointing to make everyone in the room feel like getting their praise on! They are 5AM Praise and they put the Praise into Praise & Worship.

Temera & Toy, biological sisters are united in their mission to reach souls for Christ. They are members of Spirit of Faith Christian Center in Maryland. They have shared the stage with and performed for many well-known Gospel Artists; such as Tramaine Hawkins, Richard Smallwood, Bobby Jones and a host of others.

5AM Praise reputation is built on being the most vibrant and energetic gospel duo to take the stage. Their musical style is impressive; blessed and infectious. They have an amazing choral arrangement, filled with lyrical messages of worship and praise. Overall, 5AM Praise music is staggering and anointed from start to finish. 5AM Praise wants people to experience God in their lives and through their music you'll have an encounter with God you'll never forget.

5AM PRAISE have a strong testimony. They were called out of the darkness into the light. They both graduated from College with Bachelors and Masters Degrees in Organizational Leadership. They are totally committed to the Lord seeking first the kingdom of God and waiting on the Lord knowing that He will provide for their needs, give wisdom and guide them through. 5AM Praise music is Gospel and has an urban and hip hop feel, a lot of young people are inspired when they listen to it.

To learn more about 5AM Praise visit www.5ampraise.org or www.sonicbids.com/5ampraise.

For interviews and more information about "5AM Praise" contact 310-704-2766 or praisehim@fiveam.net