An absolute wave of anticipation is ripping through the global gospel music scene as award-winning Afro-Gospel artist Godfrey Gad announced a blockbuster collaboration with the renowned worship movement, Sound of Salem, for a highly anticipated joint Extended Play (EP) titled “Salem Alaikum.”
The major announcement, dropping on Monday, May 25, 2026, follows the massive viral success of their sensational hit single “Goodness II.” With the full project officially locked in for a global release on Friday, June 12, 2026, the collaboration is being heavily tipped by music stakeholders as a landmark moment that could completely re-route the sonic landscape of contemporary African worship.
The upcoming body of work promises a highly unique, genre-blurring experience. It seamlessly fuses Godfrey Gad’s signature “Afro-Kabash”—a hyper-vibrant, high-energy African rhythmic sound—with the deeply atmospheric, prophetic chants and intense spiritual revival focus that define the Sound of Salem movement.
Giving fans an early taste of the project, the group released the EP’s lead single, “Oh My Soul” (featuring Pastor Oche Ogebe), on Friday, May 15, 2026. The track instantly ignited a frenzy of digital streaming activity and glowing reviews from critics, who praised its infectious groove and intense devotional depth.
The “Salem Alaikum” Tracklist Blueprint
The joint EP is structured to take listeners on an intentional spiritual journey across 4 distinct tracks:
- Addicted
- MAGANA
- Oh My Soul (Lead Single)
- Follow Jesus
With global interest in African music hitting an all-time high, “Salem Alaikum”—positioned under the For Gad Sake record label—is strategically poised to aggressively expand the global boundaries of Afro-Gospel. As June 12 approaches, anticipation continues to mount for a project that promises to beautifully satisfy younger demographics seeking innovative, high-tempo sounds without sacrificing deep spiritual authenticity.
