What makes Try This with Your Eyes Closed by Alesana notable?

The album is significant for its role in shaping the sound of mid-2000s post-hardcore, receiving positive reviews from genre critics. It helped Alesana gain a foothold on the Billboard charts, which contributed to their growing fanbase and influence within the scene. Released in January 2005, 'Try This with Your Eyes Closed' marked Alesana's debut album, positioning them at the forefront of the post-hardcore scene. At this time, they were establishing their identity following the formation of the band in 2004 and their early EPs that generated initial buzz in local circuits.