| Steve Dawson | |
|---|---|
| Background information | |
| Birth name | Steven Dawson |
| Born |
24 February 1952 Sheffield, Yorkshire, England United Kingdom |
| Genres | Heavy metal, hard rock, blues rock |
| Occupation(s) | Musician, songwriter |
| Instruments | Bass |
| Years active | 1976—present |
| Labels | Carrere |
| Associated acts | Saxon, Oliver/Dawson Saxon |
Steven "Dobby" Dawson (born 24 February 1952) is an English bass guitarist and a founder of Saxon. Dawson was the inspiration for Harry Shearer's Spinal Tap character Derek Smalls.