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Friendly Fires performed an hour-long set under railway arches at London Bridge for more than 200 fans, who could not see them.

The indie-disco trio said the aim of their unique session was to heighten fans' senses so that they "felt" the music rather than just hearing it. Organisers had to wear night-vision goggles to direct gig-goers to their places.

Lead singer Ed MacFarlane welcomed the crowd, saying: "I think this might be one of the most surreal moments in a while. Do sing along so we know you're there."

The band, which formed in St Albans in 2006, relied on minimal, infra-red lighting as they played songs from their acclaimed eponymous debut album, including hit single Paris.

Half way through the set, the band were briefly revealed to prove they were actually there, looking ghost-like as they were lit up with ultra-violet light.

The Pitch Black gig was organised by mobile phone firm Sony Ericsson. MacFarlane said the lack of lighting had made for a "truly memorable gig".

He added: "We managed to get through the show with only one person falling off the stage.

"By the end, we took to the environment so much that we've poked our own eyes out."