5th and Pontiac - Terms And Conditions Apply

Takes the ancient one-man band formula to a new level

Album Review by Neil Ferguson | 12 Mar 2007
Album title: Terms And Conditions Apply
Artist: 5th and Pontiac
Label: Dogmountain
Self-penned and performed entirely by Glasgow's Mark Tait, 5th and Pontiac is probably best described as a DJ with a guitar. Synthetic beats and samples abound, wrapped up in guitars that range from the smooth and soulful touches of 'Our Lady Of The Isles: Part One' to the kitschy country tones of 'Tickity Bing' and 'My Name Ain't Lee Harvey'. Gentle when it wants to be, upbeat the rest of the time, Terms and Conditions Apply is an exciting debut to behold. Taking the ancient one-man band formula to a new level, 5th and Pontiac adds a limitless, modern edge to all the old constrictions and wraps it up in a scattered mix of ambiances and soundscapes. A rich bounty to be discovered. [Neil Ferguson]
Release Date: Out now. http://www.myspace.com/5thandpontiacdogmountain