A release bend is achieved by bending the string before picking the note, then releasing the string back to its original pitch. The letter "R" is placed above the tab along with a downward curved arrow to indicate a release bend.
Bend to note on 7th fret of 3rd string.
After note is played, release string to normal position, i.e. 5th fret of the 3rd string.
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