What makes Onwards to the Wall by A Place to Bury Strangers notable?

'Onwards to the Wall' received critical acclaim for its innovative blend of noise rock and shoegaze elements, cementing A Place to Bury Strangers as key players in the underground rock scene. The album further showcased their ability to create dense soundscapes, which influenced subsequent artists within the genre and contributed to the resurgence of interest in noise-based music. Released on January 1, 2012, 'Onwards to the Wall' is A Place to Bury Strangers' third studio album, following their self-titled debut in 2007 and the sophomore effort 'Exploding Head' in 2009. At this point in their career, the band had solidified their reputation for immersive live performances and a sound characterized by heavy use of distortion and reverb.