It was released digitally on November 25, 2014 through frontman Michael Gira's own label, Young God Records.

[2] The EP features four different versions of the title track "Oxygen", originally from the band's 2014 album, To Be Kind.

[3][4] PopMatters critic Eric Risch wrote: "Despite none of the four versions here reaching the original's length, the Oxygen EP is not fuel efficient enough for the daily commute and provides more torque than required for a Sunday drive."

Risch further added: "Revealing the true horsepower behind "Oxygen", this collection should be handled by a professional driver on a closed course.

"[5] All tracks are written by Michael GiraCredits adapted from Oxygen liner notes[6] Swans Additional personnel