Performed By Tabitha Smyth in the Stage Production Of Flannery’s Musical The House Must Win, Opening This Week in Dublin
The House Must Win Double Album Out May 22 Via One Riot Records
April 13 2026 – Mick Flannery today presents “I’ll Be Out Here.” The song is a special solo performance by cast member of the forthcoming stage production The House Must Win, Tabitha Smyth, who plays the role of Grace. “I’ll Be Out Here” is also featured on Flannery’s forthcoming double album of the same name. The House Must Win is set for release on May 22nd via One Riot Records.
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Speaking on “I’ll Be Out Here” Flannery explains, “This song has been adapted from its original lyrics to suit the story of the musical. The supremely talented Tabitha Smyth, who plays Grace In our debut production of The House Must Win, gives voice to this song of moving on.”
Belfast artist Tabitha Smyth describes the experience as “an absolute honor to be singing Grace’s version of ‘I’ll Be Out Here’ on this album. It’s such a treat getting to sing it in the show, and I feel a real privilege covering it, as I know it’s one of everyone’s favourites by Mick. I flew over to Cork for the day to record it with Mick and the band, and it was beyond special getting to sing it live in the studio with so many talented musicians. Working with Mick has been a dream come true, and I really hope I’ve done the song and beautiful writing justice in this recording,”
Tabitha Smyth is a talented Northern Irish actor and singer-songwriter who trained at the Bristol Old Vic Theatre School. She recently released her debut EP ’45 Minutes’, she’s emerging as one of the UK and Ireland’s most compelling new alt-pop voices. Before joining the cast of The House Must Win stage production she recently wrapped an A24 film ‘The Death of Robin Hood’ across from Hugh Jackman and Jodie Comer.
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The House Must Win double album comprises of 20 songs that span the full story of Flannery’s stage production. This collection of songs have been in the works for over 20 years, with reimaginings of songs from his 2005 debut album Evening Train and 10 new songs and orchestrations making up the exquisite album.
The House Must Win features an array of special guest artists invited to join on the many duets and ensemble pieces on the record. Alongside Tabitha Smyth’s solo performance, Flannery is joined by GRAMMY Award Winner Anaïs Mitchell on the first single “Rising Tide, Portland songwriter Jeffrey Martin, Canadian, multiple JUNO award nominee Jenn Grant, Mercury Music Prize nominee Lisa Hannigan and Choice Music Prize nominee Susan O’Neill, together with West Cork folk singer Marybeth O’Mahony, longtime collaborator Yvonne Daly, and Mick’s brothers Brian, David, and Eamonn Flannery make their recording debut alongside him on “Take It on the Chin”, one of the iconic songs from Evening Train.
The House Must Win was recorded in Cork City, Ireland with long-time collaborator Christian Best, and American producer and arranger Liam Robinson. The band is made up of some of Ireland’s finest musicians: Matthew Berrill (reeds), Killian Browne (piano, banjo, harmonium), Niamh Varian-Barry (violin/viola), Dan Bodwell (double bass), and Dominic Mullan (drums) – Liam Robinson arranged all the pieces new and old, and also plays and sings on the record too.
It is perhaps more music than Flannery might typically release in a single outing were it not tied to such a bold and ambitious stage production. Yet every song earns its place – not a beat is missed. From the opening moments, the arrangements and production transport the listener into another world.
With numerous No.1 records and awards accumulated over his career, The House Must Win is another remarkable outing from Flannery that continues to confirm his place as a master of his craft.
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Praise for Mick Flannery
“…conjures up exquisite story-telling.” The Sunday Times
“Mick Flannery has a voice for the ages, a complete Master of his craft” Clash Magazine
“Flannery continues to prove himself to be one of our finest singers, songwriters and sonic storytellers” – The Irish Times
“Flannery has mastered the art of subtle persuasion…That’s where true songs are sung” – Boston Globe
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