Sir David Joseph Dobbyn is a New Zealand musician, singer–songwriter and record producer. In his early career he was a member of the rock group Th' Dudes and was the main creative force in pop band DD Smash. Since then he has released the majority of his recordings as a solo performer.
Dobbyn in April 2021
Dobbyn performing for Governor-General Anand Satyanand and Prince William in 2010
Th' Dudes are a New Zealand rock band that was formed in the late 1970s in Auckland, New Zealand. Hits include "Walking in Light", "Right First Time", " Be Mine Tonight" and "Bliss".
Th' Dudes at the Cricketers' Arms, Wellington, New Zealand. 1980.