THE STUNNING - Paradise In The Picturehouse (2026 Reissue) THE STUNNING

Irish rock icons The Stunning have been experiencing a powerful resurgence with their first new single in eight years, selling out multiple headline shows in Ireland, and reaching a new global audience thanks to the viral rediscovery of their classic hit Brewing Up a Storm, mainly due to its inclusion in the Netflix drama series House of Guinness.

Formed in Galway in 1987 by brothers Steve Wall and Joe Wall, The Stunning became one of Ireland’s most acclaimed and best-loved bands. From the beginning they carved out a distinctive sound, a vibrant mix of rock’n’roll energy, twangy guitars and touches of alt-country-soul-rock, that resonated with audiences across the country. Their commitment to great songwriting and electrifying live performances quickly set them apart.

Their debut album, Paradise in the Picturehouse (1990), reached No. 1 in the charts and stayed there for five weeks. Songs from the release such as Romeo’s on Fire, Half Past Two and the enduring anthem Brewing Up a Storm remain staples of Irish music culture.

A new wave of international recognition arrived in 2025 when Brewing Up a Storm featured prominently in the hit Netflix series House of Guinness. Already regarded by many as an alternative Irish anthem, often used at Irish international rugby and football games, the song exploded into global consciousness.