What makes Besides by Do Make Say Think notable?

This album is significant for its contribution to the post-rock genre, influencing a wave of artists who embraced atmospheric instrumental music. It received positive critical reception, particularly noted in publications like 'Exclaim!' and has been cited as an important work within the genre's development during the late 90s. Released in 1999, 'Besides' marked Do Make Say Think's first full-length album after their debut EP, showcasing their evolution into a more cohesive post-rock sound. At this point in their career, they were establishing themselves within the Canadian instrumental music scene and beginning to gain international recognition for their unique blend of ambient textures and dynamic instrumentation.