Every step Dead Pretties have made thus far has been a swaggering, lurching one. They're as menacing as they are musically dextrous, and new single 'Confidence' is no exception. Following the barnstorming 'Social Experiment', it's another cut of grungey, grizzled rock'n'drawl. The attitude that emanates from every thrashed-out note is infectious, as evidenced through their riotous live outings. Dead Pretties are fast becoming one of Britain's very best. Next month they kick off their debut headline tour - without a doubt the year's most unmissable runs. - TC