Fun Lovin’ Criminals to appear in court

The Smirnoff Co. is pleased to announce the latest ground-breaking addition to its Original Nights platform; Silent Disco Live, which will see Scooby Snackers Fun Lovin' Criminals performing a one-off gig at The Royal Courts of Justice.

An iconic London institution synonymous with silence, The Royal Courts has never played host to a rock concert in its 126 year history, but on Wednesday September 10th, the NYC-funksters will bring a whole new meaning to the phrase "Silence in Court."

As part of the brand's ongoing commitment to celebrate progressive & forward-thinking nightlife, this event - which will bring the familiar Silent Disco format into the live arena - will mark the launch of a new, 10-month programme for Smirnoff Original Nights®.

One of the most innovative nightlife concepts of recent years, Silent Disco enables the audience to share an outwardly soundless musical experience by listening to DJs, and now live bands, via wireless headphones. Following rave reviews at Glastonbury and the Massive Attack-curated Meltdown Festival on London's SouthBank, the Smirnoff brand will be showcasing the Silent Disco technology with a very special set from favourite funksters Fun Lovin' Criminals.

Despite their name, this will be the band's first appearance at The Royal Courts of Justice. However, there will be no judge calling order over the 650 headphoned gig-goers lucky enough to get their hands on tickets. In a setting ordinarily associated with quiet and reserve, Fun Lovin' Criminals will defy the establishment and redefine the gig experience through the legendary Silent Disco wireless headphones. The event will also feature Silent Disco resident and co-founder, dj OD, who has played all over the globe since inventing the concept with friend and fellow resident, NO dj in 2002.

The Fun Lovin' Criminals have been perfecting their eclectic brand of alternative rock since the release of their acclaimed debut album Come Find Yourself and its much-loved lead single Scooby Snacks. 13 years and five albums later, the band are still touring relentlessly and, fresh from a triumphant set on Glastonbury's Jazz World stage, are back once again to add their names to a long list of exceptional performances that have taken place at Smirnoff Original Nights over the past couple of years.

As ever, there will be tasty Smirnoff cocktails and guests will be served in unique ways , including a "silent bar" and "silent cocktails" in keeping with the theme for the night.

Free tickets for the event will only be available via application on the new home for Original Nights at - www.facebook.com/smirnofforiginalnights - or through competitions in selected media.

Following the offical launch show in London on September 10th, a further series of additional Silent Disco Live events will take place at Brighton's Concorde 2. Running from September 22nd – 25th, Silent Disco Live will include performances by a range of acts including Jamie Cullum, Mystery Jets and Simian Mobile Disco.

Tickets will be available at ticketweb and again there will be the opportunity to win tickets through www.facebook.com/smirnofforiginalnights from Setpember 12th, or via competitons in selected media.