What makes Bang! by World Party notable?

'Bang!' received critical acclaim upon release and helped to further establish World Party's sound, particularly with its hit single 'Is It Like Today?'. The album's blend of genres resonated well within the alternative rock movement of the early '90s and influenced subsequent artists in the genre. Released in January 1993, 'Bang!' was World Party's third studio album, following the success of their acclaimed second album 'Goodbye Jumbo'. At this point, Karl Wallinger had solidified his position as a prominent figure in the alternative rock scene, building on the momentum from his earlier work and exploring more expansive musical ideas.