The EP is a follow-up to the band's award-winning debut album For Emma, Forever Ago, self-released in 2007 by Bon Iver frontman and founder Justin Vernon, and re-released in 2008.

Like a fire you've been stoking for hours and finally got to sustain itself, the heat blisters your face while your back is frozen solid.

[11] All tracks are written by Justin VernonBon Iver Additional personnel ‡ Sales+streaming figures based on certification alone.

The Tallest Man on Earth recorded a version of "Blood Bank" for his 2022 album of covers, Too Late for Edelweiss.

[15] Architects (UK band) recorded a version of “Blood Bank” for their 2013 deluxe edition release of their album Daybreaker.