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Don Laka

Born: December 15, 1958

Don Laka was born in 1958 near Pretoria in Mamelodi. He was the first child in a family of five. In 1969, he formed his first band and made his first recording in 1972, which featured Ray Phiri who’s Played a major role on Paul Simon’s Graceland as a co-composer and guitarist.

As one of South Africa’s most innovative contemporary artists and producers, it’s hard to believe Don Laka's career began back in the politically volatile days of 1976. In that year, Don was playing bass and singing backing vocals for a group called The Flood, which enjoyed a huge hit with "Let Me Into Your Life", selling a staggering 320 000 units.

Jazz Legend Don Laka Prepares For 50th Anniversary UK Tour

August 24, 2023

South African Jazz Legend, Producer, Composer, Multi Instrumentalist prepares for his UK Tour to Celebrate His 50th Anniversary in Music—Music industry icon Don Laka will be continuing his Golden Jubilee celebrations with a UK tour that will see him bring his acclaimed live show to a series of venues across the country. Don Laka will be ...

Why Can't We Live Together

By Don Laka

Label: Self Produced
Released: 2021
Track listing: Why Can't We Live Together; Why Can't We Live Together - Sol Power All-Stars Remix; Why Can't We Live Together - Patchouli Brother's Version.