1. Number and duration of songs: EP usually contains 5 to 8 short tracks, while albums usually contain 10 to 15 long tracks.
2. circulation: compared with the album, the circulation of EP is very small.
3. Positioning: In the music circle, EP is often regarded as a small collection of works by a singer or band, while an album is a relatively comprehensive display of works.
Mixtape is an informal and free music distribution form, which is usually produced and shared by fans themselves. It can be a packaged collection of any songs, including new songs and old songs, and it can also be songs of different styles. Mixtape is usually released to show personal taste, share music fun, or make it for a specific theme or activity.