How many bands can start their pitch by claiming to be formed at a pub quiz hosted by Corrie’s former eco-warrior Spider? Rhetorical question – obviously only Cheap Meat. Anthemic and rising fast, there’s nothing crusty about this three piece. Title track ‘Parts That Show’ crunches and soothes in equal measure, while ‘The Distance Between You And Me’ shows a maturity way beyond a debut release. This meat may not be so cheap after all. Stephen Ackroyd
