They have released two EP's: Innocence Surround and Introduction, a demo and four full length albums: Shout The Truth in 2008, which was re-recorded and re-released when Joel Piper joined the band in 2009, Recover in 2010 and then All Is Calm in 2013. The band ended in 2010, but had a comeback for their last album released in 2013.
All former members (in order of joining):
Jeffrey Helberg (2004 - 2010, 2012 - 2013): guitar (only original member left)
Aaron Van Zuthpen (2004 - 2009): guitar, vocals (now in Nekrogoblikon)
Joshua Plesh (2004 - 2007): vocals
Billy Pruden (2004 - 2009): bass
Jason Pickard (2004 - 2006): drums
John Paul Penton (2006 - 2007): drums
Ross Kenyon (2007 - 2010, 2012 - 2013): vocals (Ex-PenknifeLovelife)
Arin Ilejay (2007 - 2009): drums (ex-Avenged Sevenfold)
Joshua Patrick Paul (2009 - 2010, 2012 - 2013): guitar (Ex-In Fair Verona)
Joel Piper (2009 - 2010, 2012 - 2013): drums, vocals (also in Avery PkwyEx-Olivia the Band)
Trevor Vickers (2009 - 2010, 2012 - 2013): bass (Ex-Underneath The Gun)
Confide was formed by Joshua Plesh, Aaron Van Zuthpen, Billy Pruden, Jason Pickard and Jeff Helberg. They were in the same youth group and wanted to start a hardcore band. Two EP's were recorded in this formation: Innocence Surround and Introduction.
In the end of 2006, drummer Jason Pickard left the band and was replaced by John Paul Penton. Joshua Plesh also left the band. Ross Kenyon (who was fronting Penknifelovelife at that time) contacted Jeffey Helberg through the internet and told him he wanted to sing in an American band because his girlfriend lived there.
After being in the States for three months, Ross was forced to move back to England and John decided to quit the band.
In July Ross moved back to California and Arin Ilejay joined the band on the drums. In this formation they recorded Shout The Truth and their videoclip for If We Were a Sinking Ship.
In March 2009 two new members were introduced to the band: Joshua Paul and Joel Piper. Aaron and Arin left the band because they wanted a normal life off the road.
With Joel taking over the clean vocals, they re-recorded Shout The Truth and also a cover of The Postal Service's 'Such Great Heights'. They also recorded a videoclip for that song.
In August 2009 Billy Pruden, bassplayer and founding member, left the band. He was replaced by Trevor Vickers.
Vickers was introduced on their national headliner tour 'Thriller Tour' with Agraceful. They also recorded a video for 'I Never Saw It Coming' in September.
In December 2009 the band recorded their new album with Joey Sturgis (Asking Alexandria, The Devil Wears Prada, Attack Attack!). The album was released in May 2010 and featured one single Tighten it Up..
On October 4th, 2010, it was officially announced by Confide of their breakup. They have stated that they'll part ways when they return from their tour of Japan in early October. The band plans to play a handful of farewell shows on the West Coast. A statement released on behalf of the band says, "There is no easy way to say this at all but it's time to put an end to all the rumors you guys keep hearing about us breaking up. Unfortunately, the rumors are true and we wish we could have been the first to tell you guys but there are reasons why we couldn't release this statement until now. We want to be 100% honest with you guys and let you know the real reasons that Confide will be no longer because you deserve to know. First of all, we want to let you know that each member of the band remains friends and the band breaking up was a positive thing and nothing bad happened to result in this. After being a touring band for over three years now, Confide is on the road for nine to ten months out the year and for some people in the band, it was getting to be a struggle to be gone so much, living in a van, sleeping in parking lots and not eating/sleeping well. We absolutely love making music, playing shows and especially meeting/hanging out with fans but we feel God has a new chapter for our lives right now. Around two weeks ago, Joshua, Trevor & I (Ross) sat down and talked about how we felt about touring and how it is really taking a toll on our lives. After the talk, we then sat down as a full band and told Jeff & Joel how we felt and they were very understanding and knew exactly what we were going through. Jeff & Joel discussed keeping Confide going but we decided as a group that it would be for the best if Confide came to an end after our Japan tour, which is in early October. Each member of the band will continue to work in the music industry in some way or another, whether it be in a band, work for a record label/management company, work in a studio, or whatever it may be, we're not giving up on music and you will definitely hear from each of us again. We hope that you guys will show each of us the same support that you have shown Confide over the years. Since the beginning, Confide has been a band that strives to help, encourage and inspire people and even though the band will be no more, we want you guys to still be able to talk to us on a personal level so if you ever want to talk or just say hey, please never hesitate to contact us through our Facebook, twitter or myspace profiles. As a huge thank you to our fans, we will be doing a bunch of farewell shows. We'll post dates and details on the farewell shows once we get back from Japan and figure all of that out. We want to thank fans and give you guys a chance to come to a show and celebrate the life of Confide with us."
The fans missed Confide and the band listened to the words online. The band started a Kickstarter campaign and on September 30, 2012 Confide was successfully funded and had received $38,709 in fan support for their album project to be released in 2013 called All Is Calm. Confide performed on several festivals after this.
The members of Confide have gone on to take part in many other bands and projects, most notably Avenged Sevenfold and Of Mice & Men. Former drummer Arin Ilejay joined Avenged Sevenfold and then was fired from the band, but as of 2015 has joined the nu metal band Islander. Drummer Joel Piper started his own solo project after quitting Of Mice & Men, and later the band Lifelong with also previous Confide members Ross Kenyon and Trevor Vickers. Aaron Van Zutphen currently plays in the metal band Nekrogoblikon.
Millstone
Confide Lyrics
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Reach out, touch me now
Where can I take my dirt filled head?
Where can I take my past where no one can see?
I'm at the foot of your cross but I'm a wreck.
Im stumbling, I cant see straight.
Will you still love me when, I am selfish and
I need to ask,
What is the name of God on my lips?
Is there something I missed?
I'm holding on by my fingertips
I need to ask,
What is the name of God on my lips?
Is there something I missed?
I'm holding on, I'm holding on
I should know where to draw the line,
But sometimes I get dragged and I
Can't face the consequence.
I want to see the world through your eyes
I want to see how hurt you are
I want to take out my insides,
And burry the bad in the earth
Is there a stone around my neck?
Am I somewhere else instead?
Is there a stone around my neck?
Am I somewhere else instead?
Will you still love me when,
I am selfish and
I never seem to show you my face?
I need to ask,
What is the name of God on my lips?
Is there something I missed?
I'm holding on by my fingertips
I need to ask,
What is the name of God on my lips?
Is there something I missed?
I'm holding on, I'm holding on
I'll sit for hours until
I can't think anymore,
About the world we live in without love
But you're still here
Is there a stone around my neck?
Am I somewhere else instead?
Is there a stone around my neck?
Am I somewhere else?
The song Millstone by Confide explores the universal themes of redemption and forgiveness through the lens of personal introspection. The opening lines of the song "Honestly, were you sleeping? Reach out, touch me now" suggests a search for a connection with a higher power, with the singer perhaps feeling lost and disconnected. The following lyrics "Where can I take my dirt filled head? Where can I take my past where no one can see?" further emphasizes the sense of shame and guilt of the singer. The reference to being "at the foot of your cross but I'm a wreck" suggests that the singer may be seeking redemption within the context of Christianity.
The central message of the song seems to be the need for the singer to reconcile and come to terms with their own flaws and imperfections. The lines "Will you still love me when I am selfish and I never seem to show you my face?" ask if the higher power will still accept them despite their inadequacies. The repeated refrain "What is the name of God on my lips? Is there something I missed? I'm holding on by my fingertips" reinforces the idea of the singer grappling with their own shortcomings and searching for a sense of clarity or understanding.
The chorus "Is there a stone around my neck? Am I somewhere else instead?" may be interpreted as a metaphor for feeling overwhelmed and weighed down by one's own guilt and shame. The final lines "I'll sit for hours until I can't think anymore, about the world we live in without love, but you're still here" suggest a sense of hope and endurance, despite the singer's personal struggles.
Line by Line Meaning
Honestly, were you sleeping?
Were you unaware of my struggles and pain?
Reach out, touch me now
Comfort me and assure me of your love
Where can I take my dirt filled head?
Where can I go to escape my shame and guilt?
Where can I take my past where no one can see?
Where can I go to hide my mistakes and regrets?
I'm at the foot of your cross but I'm a wreck.
I come to you seeking forgiveness and salvation while feeling broken inside
Im stumbling, I cant see straight.
I'm lost and confused, and I need your guidance
Will you still love me when, I am selfish and I never seem to show you my face?
Will you still love me when I fail to love you back and hide myself from you?
I need to ask, What is the name of God on my lips? Is there something I missed? I'm holding on by my fingertips
I question my faith and wonder if I've missed something important, and I feel like I'm barely holding on
I should know where to draw the line, But sometimes I get dragged and I Can't face the consequence.
I should know better, but I still make mistakes and struggle with the consequences
I want to see the world through your eyes I want to see how hurt you are I want to take out my insides, And burry the bad in the earth
I long for empathy and compassion, and I wish to rid myself of my inner turmoil and negative feelings
Is there a stone around my neck? Am I somewhere else instead?
Do I carry a heavy burden and feel lost and disconnected?
I'll sit for hours until I can't think anymore, About the world we live in without love But you're still here
I'll contemplate the darkness and pain in the world, but your presence gives me hope
I'm holding on, I'm holding on
Despite my struggles, I'm still trying to hold on to my faith and to you
Contributed by Lauren S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.