What makes Standing in the Dark by Platinum Blonde notable?

'Standing in the Dark' reached significant acclaim in Canada, peaking at number 7 on the RPM Albums chart. Its success helped to solidify Platinum Blonde's place within the burgeoning Canadian new wave movement and influenced subsequent artists in the genre. Released in 1983, 'Standing in the Dark' was Platinum Blonde's debut album, establishing them as a prominent force in the Canadian music scene. The album came after a series of successful singles and laid the groundwork for their commercial ascent in the 1980s.