Album DescriptionKatie Garibaldi?s latest CD release, "Fireflies," is a collection of songs that bring listeners deeper into insightful reflections on love and relationships. The CD is almost a mini-roller coaster, delivering experiences and messages that touch on real emotions of a typically curvy ride of any relationship. Offering an escape to listeners, the CD provides a promising mixture of quiet relaxation and upbeat rejuvenation. This mixture is impressively diverse, and all the while stays true to Katie?s rooted sound. The title track of the CD, "Fireflies," is a graceful and mellow piece that takes the mind to another place. The reverberation of the bittersweet vibe beautifully accompanies the vivid imagery Katie paints in the story of the song. A more up-tempo track, "When I?m With You," instantly pops out at the listener, sounding out an ultra-slick guitar arrangement. Other tracks like "We Gave it Our Best," showcase Katie?s distinct soulful and rich vocals which swell with emotion. One of her solo tracks, "For Anything More," resonates a haunting cry and sincerity, with a spotlight on the artist?s guitar picking and heart-tugging lyrics. Her album, comprised of 16 songs, hits home, conveying Katie?s sweet approach delivered together with a mature and intelligent poetic poise. Katie Garibaldi?s "Fireflies" is a gentle and confident piece of accomplishment that a wide variety of listeners can enjoy.