An "EP release" refers to the launch of an Extended Play (EP), which is a music recording that contains more tracks than a single but is shorter than a full album. Typically, an EP features three to five songs and serves as a way for artists to showcase new material or experiment with different sounds without committing to a full-length project. EPs are often used by emerging artists to build their audience or by established artists to provide fans with fresh content between albums. They can be released in various formats, including digital downloads, streaming, and physical copies like vinyl or CDs.