Initially self-taught as a musician; Don Laka kicked-off his recording career in 1972 with the release of a record titled In The West. He went on to play with several bands and groups such as Sakhile and Umoja. He has collaborated and written songs that became huge for several popular acts including Mafikizolo. Among giant artists whose music he has produced is the late Hugh Masekela’s Grammy-nominated (2013) Jabulani.