The title Lifesblood is derived from a lyric in the song "Trampled Under Hoof", which appears on their debut album, Remission.

Since the EP was only printed for a limited time, it has become rare and sought after by Mastodon fans.

[4] The sample at the beginning of "Hail to Fire" is from the autobiographical film The Dancin' Outlaw by Jesco "Jesse" White.

[5] The samples at the beginning of "We Built This Come Death" and "Battle at Sea" are taken from recordings of the Nuremberg trials.

All tracks are written by MastodonRecorded, mixed, and mastered by Matt Washburn at LedBelly Sound Studio.