The Groundswell Songwriter's Circle // Andre Pettipas + Two

Sat Oct 04 2025 at 07:00 pm to 09:00 pm UTC-03:00

Groundswell Pub & Inn | Port Hawksbury

Andre Pettipas and The Giants
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The Groundswell Songwriter's Circle \/\/ Andre Pettipas + Two
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TWO is an acoustic duo made up of husband and wife Brian and Tara Byrne. Blending outlaw, indie, and folk influences. Their sound is raw, stripped back and rooted in real life.
Brian Byrne, a native Newfoundlander and singer/songwriter, gained fame as a member of the multi-platinum Canadian rock band I Mother Earth. He toured internationally with the band, sharing the stage with acts like Live, Cheap Trick, Nickelback, and more.
Aside from music, Byrne dedicates time to family and charitable work with is wife, including hosting Surf/Sing/Change, a camp for children with autism, and releasing the song "Arizona (I Miss You Most)" to support families affected by suicide through the Collateral Damage Foundation.
Byrne has also contributed to the Unison Benevolent Fund, aiding musicians in need. Founded and advised multiple tech and blockchain startups focused on creating fair payment systems and improving transparency in the music industry.
Tara Byrne is a versatile artist, plant focused chef, musician and advocate deeply committed to health, wellness, and creativity. With a background in interior design, she brings artistic flair and meticulous attention to detail to all that she does.
As a full-time homeschooling mom, Tara extends her passion for education beyond the conventional, advocating with her husband for mental health, autism awareness, and healthy lifestyles. The pair are active philanthropists, promoting artists' rights and supporting various initiatives.
ANDRE PETTIPAS
Andre Pettipas is best known as the frontman for rock group, Andre Pettipas and The Giants. Andre has performed over 180 shows in 2024 across Canada; this is in large part due to his versatility and love for entertaining.
With an energetic live show and undeniable charisma, Andre's songs touch on everything from finding the silver lining to finding the best version of yourself.
Andre has accumulated multiple ECMA nominations with the Giants, who have been establishing themselves as one of the top live outfits from the East Coast. Andre also spearheads the festival, “Giantstock” which takes place annually in Merigomish, Nova Scotia.
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$20 door
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