Holmes - Dave Dobbyn

The late 1990s marked a turning point in Dave Dobbyn's life; he turned 40, and decided to to quit drinking and pull away from the "occupational hazards" of rock 'n' roll, and bring a new focus to his personal and professional life. Paul Holmes interviews Dobbyn live from a rug shop in Parnell, Auckland, for the launch of new album The Islander. There's a definite edge to their exchange as Dobbyn challenges the broadcaster's description of him as a "victim" in his opening monologue. But Dobbyn is in an upbeat mood. The report closes with Dobbyn jumping on-stage to perform 'Waiting' — The Islander's opening track — to a noisy crowd.

You made me sound like a victim before — I'm no victim, Paul. You've been through this yourself. I've won a lot of battles and that's just one of them, OK?

– Dave Dobbyn reacts to Paul Holmes' introduction

Key Cast & Crew

Paul Holmes

Presenter, Interviewer

Dave Dobbyn

Subject