Album Notes

Portland, Oregon: The 3rd realease to come from Norfolk and Western, "Winter Farewell" is an intimate collection of folk songs, ambient instrumentals and lo-fi beauty. Snippets of hand held field recordings and 78-turntables juxtaposed with warm, full studio/ band recordings, the result is a collection of intricate and patient song. Norfolk and Western take you to similar places to that of Songs: Ohia, Ida, and Sparklehorse..."Winter Farewell" unfolds after repeated listenings, and even warmer results are exposed when headphones are used. Guest appearances from Richard Buckner, Mark Wyman (Shoes and Rider), Jeff London, Amanda Lawerence, Alicia Rose and more with violin, banjo, pedal steel, piano, mandolin, vibes, accordian, electrics, drums, and bass. "Winter Farewell" showcases the original artwork of John King and is delivered in lilmited edition, handcrafted packaging.