GUITARIST | VOCALIST | TOURING & SESSION MUSICIAN | GUEST ENTERTAINER
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Chet O’Connell has earned a formidable reputation as one of New Zealand’s most dynamic, in-demand guitarists at the same time as receiving accolades as a fine vocalist and entertainer in his own right.
His vast musical ability and knowledge has enabled him to move freely around the music scene, working with a variety of artists in many different genres.
It’s that ease and dexterity that sees Chet in constant demand on the touring circuit and in the studio. The professionalism, passion and energy he brings to his music make him the first point of call for a number of top entertainers in New Zealand and on the international stage.
Besides all his work with others, Chet O’Connell has released seven albums of his own and works as a solo artist or with his own band.
With over 40 year's experience in the Entertainment industry, it has been my passion and pure love of music that has driven me.
From Bars, Clubs & Festivals to Theatres and Showrooms around the world,
The Journey Continues!
There is 'No Plan B'
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JANUARY 2026
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Thursday 1st
Buffalo beach Club, Whitianga
2pm - 5pm
Chet & Melissa
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Friday 2nd
Amuse Bar, Sky City Hamilton
8pm
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Saturday 3rd
Sweet Home Aotearoa
Matakana Country Park
With Tami Neilson
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Saturday 10th
Katikati Avocado Festival
with Tami Neilson and the Ladykillers
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Friday 16th
Stetson Club
Dairy Flat Hall
Chet O'Connell Band
730pm
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Sunday 18th
Auckland Fish Market
Chet & Melissa
1pm
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Friday 23rd
Rodders Beach Festival
Orewa Beach Reserve
3pm - 8pm
Chet and the 'Rock & Roll Riot'
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Saturday 24th
Rodders Beach Festival
Orewa Beach Reserve
9am - 4pm
Chet and the 'Rock & Roll Riot'
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Sunday 25th
The Archer, Stanmore Bay
Chet & Melissa
2pm
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Saturday 31st
Brooklane Vineyard
last Saturday Session
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FEBRUARY
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Sunday 1st
Auckland Fish Market
Chet & Melissa
1pm
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Sunday 8th - Friday 13th
Operatunity
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Saturday 14th
Private Function
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Sunday 15th
Hibiscus Coast Boating Club
Chet Solo
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Saturday 21st
Taranaki Country Music Festival
Chet & Melissa
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Sunday 22nd
The Archer, Stanmore Bay
2pm
Chet & Melissa
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Thursday 26th
Howick Club, Sports Bar
Chet Solo
6:30pm
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Saturday 28th
Browns Bay Summer Spectacular
Chet & Melissa
11am
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MARCH
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Sunday 1st
The Archer, Stanmore Bay
Chet & Melissa
2pm
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Wednesday 4th
Corporate Function
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Friday 6th
Private Function
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Saturday 7th
Private Function
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Sunday 8th
The Puhoi Pub
Chet & Melissa
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