"The whole world pays attention to the desert music scene in April. The CVMAs are a celebration of live local music..I think the voters got it right. I was pleased to see Bridger win Best New Band and their drummer, Katie Cathcart, get the Best Drummer Award. Their bassist, Dan Wheat, also won Best Bass Player for his work with Bridger and Remnants of Man, which won Best Metal Band."

“PUBLISHER'S PICK FOR TACHEVAH: "This band is commercially record label ready....Katie Cathcart is a force to be reckoned with on the drums and more than entertaining to watch. She’s not good for a ‘chick drummer’ she’s just an amazing drummer that you really need to experience watching live."”

“BRIDGING THE GAP: "A collective sound combining punk, modern rock and even some thrash metal, Bridger has a sound like no band this valley has ever heard...Absolutely Mind Blowing. It’s as simple as that...this band has some of the best energy I’ve seen...Every song is like a jackhammer to your chest and you can feel their enthusiasm in every note played."”