ERIN SITTON: Gone by Noon

Erin Sitton

Gone by Noon

© 2003 Erin Sitton (616892539223)

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Her music couples her percussive acoustic guitar style with clever lyrics and stories that allow you to appreciate where she is coming from - delivered with a feminist twist and a tomboy-ish tone - she sends you away energized.

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Gone by Noon, starts off like a hip, offbeat collection of poetry set to music, but it quickly becomes clear that Erin Sitton has more than a gift for story telling; she draws listeners in with her adept guitar work and quirky melodies that are often heartbreakingly lovely.  She explores a range of complex human emotions, from the grief of losing a loved one, to the melancholy of remembering first love, to the upbeat optimism of finding true love in "A Wedding Song".

You might find yourself humming songs from the album at random times, and although they are varied in style and content, one theme that comes through repeatedly is that of nostalgia for some hallowed image of "home".  People leave home for different reasons, whether it's leaving a bad relationship, leaving a good relationship that's run its course, or simply growing up and moving on, and the songs on this album touch upon all of them.  You can't help thinking that someone who has been left behind by Erin can take comfort in the knowledge that she has taken her leave with plenty of sensitivity and reflection.  "I Drink Orange Juice", an anthem for anyone struggling with leaving behind a relationship that is unfulfilling, almost the "I Will Survive" of mellow, folk-style music, cleverly turns the tables and leaves one feeling that the neglected, condescended-to protagonist in the story is the one with the upper hand, the more competent survivor.

There's a strong sense of the artist's loyalty to her roots, as evidenced by "The Three" and "Christmas Has Come", both of which examine her relationships with her brothers, the first looking back at the past, the second articulating the precarious combination of stress and comfort
that comes with family reunions.  "Weeping Yogi" almost carelessly tosses out the lyric, "In case I don't come back, I didn't want to leave you all alone", which would bring you to tears if it wasn't sung so cheerfully, as a matter-of-fact pledge of loyalty to those left behind. 

Erin's one-woman show is impressive in its richness and simplicity, and is sprinkled throughout with surprising little bursts of harmony, the well-placed voice-overs of the artist herself.  The whole CD builds up to the beautiful, stirring "Sun Pass", whose lyrics don't seem limited to a single interpretation but leave one feeling sad (and... inexplicably happy?) about the inevitable passage of time, passage of friendships, and passage of life.  It ties in beautifully with the previous themes of leaving and returning home, growing into and out of relationships, facing losses of all types, thanking our lucky stars for the finds.  Meanwhile the sun's passage, beautiful and relentless, illuminates these daily struggles we are all subject to.  Bravo Erin, for this masterful work. It's no wonder live audiences all over Colorado love this woman!

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  • Gone By Noon
    author: Gina G. Rosset Smith

    Well done vocally & lyrically!A CD requiring repeated listenings!

  • Erin Sitton... damn! Cleaver girl!
    author: Marco Lopes (marcolopes@netc.pt)

    When I listen to this LP I think to myself that one day the world is going to be ruled by women! Yeah, she can play that guitar, she sings beautifully, she writes a heck of story in every song. Provoking truthfull lyrics, simple and VERY WELL played music, she really reaches me right into the brain! What more could I ask? Marry me! (wait... no! You may NOT come home!). All the best! Marco. (P.S. really loved the cd edition)

  • this cd stole my heart
    author: Gabrielle Coburn

    The CD as a whole weaves a tapestry of amazing quitar and the perfect vocals to go with it. The theme of home runs throughout, and it's so relatable. You can really hear where she's coming from. After I bought the CD, I dropped several tracks into mixes for several friends. Without exception, they all asked me "who was that on track 6?" And they have all since bought her CD.

  • Reminds me of home
    author: Valerie

    This album reminds me a little of The Red House Painters' song for a blue guitar. It talks about what it was like to be a kid, to fall in love, and to find yourself. I'm very impressed with Gone By Noon. Favorite track: I drink orange juice.

  • Thoughtful, beautiful, and addictive!
    author: Cynthia

    The lyrics are well-planned and thought-provoking while still being personable. The music is beautiful and melodic, calming and interesting. It's realistic; it's music you can really relate to and yet it still manages to be a great deal of fun. I highly recommend this CD; I haven't quit listening to it since it arrived!

  • Welcome to my new addiction.
    author: Gabby

    This CD is not only good, it's addictive. I just cant stop listening to it, the way she curls her voice around the drums and guitar, the way the words stick in my head like little reminders. It's good. It's really really good. Buy it.

  • author: Deborah

    This is an excellent CD. Very much like early Ani DiFranco - anyone missing the Ani of the earlier days should give this a listen. 'I Drink Orange Juice' is the standout track I think...

  • Reaffirming life!
    author: Gina

    Erin is a talented woman, no doubt about that! This CD makes one look at their life and reflect on where they've been. I know I did! "Sun Pass" is the glaringly obvious stand out track. Thank you Erin for gently reminding us that loss, itself, can be a beautiful thing.

  • This cd is great
    author: Lori Kemper

    I just got this cd, and it is so great. The lyrical content is thought provoking and heartfelt and the guitar rhythms are right up there with Ani Difranco.. her voice is melodic and touching, and I just loved this cd!

  • I love Erin Sitton
    author: Sarah Leversee: Art as Action

    Erin's debut album is an incredible collection of catchy and simultaneously touching songs which all tie back to a them of HOME. The simplicity of her voice, guitar, and some hand drums keeps your focus on the great lyrics. I espiecially like the intensity of Windstorm and the universally relateable I Do. I can't wait to hear what she comes out with next.

  • erin rocks!
    author: kelly

    I love the way erin works that guitar and mixes in the bongos. Her lyrics are fun and insightful and full of emotion. Everyone can enjoy erin's special flavor. My favorite tracks are keeper of the three and home for christmas and the wedding song. My bridge is also awesome-talk aboout opening up. Thanks erin-I hope to hear you in person soon!!!!!!!!

  • Best I've heard
    author: Angie

    Erin is the best I have heard on CDbaby yet! She's one to watch. Erin has a great career ahead of her.

  • Great original music
    author: Christopher

    In general, very original and creative. Erin has a fantastic voice that is well suited to the more emotional/saddening undertones in the songs that she writes. The CD could use a bit more on the instrumental... Her voice stands out a bit too much and keeps the music from flowing smoothly at times. All in all, a good selection. I like the last track, "Sun Pass", the best.

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