What makes Weir by Killing Heidi notable?

The single 'Weir' received significant airplay on Australian radio and peaked at number 3 on the ARIA Singles Chart, propelling Killing Heidi into mainstream consciousness. Its critical reception highlighted the band's fresh sound, contributing to a resurgence of interest in Australian alternative rock during the late 1990s. Released on October 5, 1999, 'Weir' marked Killing Heidi's debut single from their first album following their formation in 1996. At this point, the band was gaining traction in the Australian music scene, having already won several awards at the ARIA Music Awards in 1999 for their early work.