Silk EP

Released in 2011 on the Throne of Blood label, the Silk EP is a foundational document in the evolution of Bicep. Predating their global superstardom and the 'Feel My Bicep' blog's peak influence, this record showcases the duo's early obsession with analog hardware and the 'Italo-disco meets deep house' aesthetic. Unlike their later, more polished works like 'Isles,' Silk is characterized by a grainy, saturated production style that aligns it with the lo-fi house movement of the early 2010s. The title track 'Silk' became an underground staple, praised for its emotive synth work and restrained energy. The EP also features a remix by techno veteran Mark Verbos, which provides a more modular, hardware-driven counterpoint to the original's melodic warmth. Critically, it was seen as a sophisticated entry into the house revival, proving that the Belfast duo had a deep understanding of dance music history beyond just being tastemaker bloggers.