He started playing various stringed instruments at 5 years old, to finally commit to the guitar at the age of 9.

In his early youth, he was a member of a band from Čačak, called Dečaci sa Morave (Boys from Morava).

It was a major success, and followed up by what many considered their best record, Crna dama (eng.Black Lady), in 1977.

Mihailović's unique virtuous style of playing is a big part of the band's sound.

He also composed a highly-acclaimed soundtrack for the movie "Byzantine Blue", receiving the Crystal Prysm award.