What makes Lent by Dallas Crane notable?

'Lent' garnered positive reviews and helped solidify Dallas Crane's presence in the Australian music scene. The album received airplay on local radio and contributed to a wave of interest in alternative rock during the late '90s, influencing later Australian bands with its melodic hooks and lyrical wit. Released in January 1998, 'Lent' marked Dallas Crane's debut album, establishing them as a prominent voice in the alternative rock scene. At this point, the band was still relatively new, having formed two years earlier and beginning to carve out their identity within Australia’s burgeoning music landscape.