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.
Sooner or Later
Confide Lyrics
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I hope when the time comes that you will let me in.
I would take back all the time spent without you
'cos I'd be alone forever or we could be together.
x2
All I need to know is you. I don't want to miss a thing.
x2
Can it be you and me sooner or later?
I swear I will wait till the end.
x2
I realize that without you, I'm alone until the end.
You've been right by my side, always there again and again.
There is no place I would rather be.
You're on my mind every moment of every day, but I can't find the words to say.
x2
All I need to know is you. I don't want to miss a thing.
Everybody knows and everybody sees you are the best of me.
x2
Can it be you and me sooner or later?
Can it be? x2
Can it be you and me sooner or later?
I swear I will wait till the end.
x3
The lyrics of Confide's song "Sooner or Later" are about a person who sees themselves repeatedly in front of someone who is important to them. They are hoping that when the time comes, they will be able to be back in the other person's life. The person is willing to take back all the time they spent without this other person just to be with them. They finally realize that without this person, they are alone until the end. The lyrics speak about the inability to find the right words to express how important this person is to them.
The lyrics suggest that this person is the best of them and that they do not want to miss any moment with them. The repetition of the verses and the chorus adds to the effect of the song. The lines "Can it be you and me sooner or later? I swear I will wait till the end" highlights the willingness of the person to wait for however long it takes to be with the other person. The lyrics are sincere and heartfelt and convey the message of true love and waiting patiently for the right person.
Line by Line Meaning
I see myself in front of you time and time again
I keep imagining being in your presence over and over
I hope when the time comes that you will let me in.
I wish that when the moment comes, you will allow me to come close to you
I would take back all the time spent without you
I regret all the time I have wasted without you by my side
'cos I'd be alone forever or we could be together.
If we can't be together, I will be lonely for eternity
All I need to know is you. I don't want to miss a thing.
Having you in my life is all I need. I don't want to miss anything about you
Everybody knows and everybody sees you are the best of me.
Everyone can see that you bring out the best in me
Can it be you and me sooner or later?
Is there any chance of us being together, either now or later in the future?
I swear I will wait till the end.
I promise to wait for you no matter how long it takes
I realize that without you, I'm alone until the end.
I understand that without you, I will be lonely for the rest of my life
You've been right by my side, always there again and again.
You have always been there for me, by my side, over and over
There is no place I would rather be.
Being with you is the only place I want to be
You're on my mind every moment of every day, but I can't find the words to say.
You are always on my mind, but I struggle to express my feelings
Can it be?
Is there a possibility?
Contributed by Makayla T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@BVTV
Jeff from Confide just launched his brand new band 'Noble', featuring members of Attack Attack!, Confide, In Fear and Faith, Oh, Sleeper, and At The Skylines!
Check out the debut single "Deadset" now! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C-obNM3JiVk
@attck29
2022 and I’m still listening to them I miss these times when life was so much easier and the world wasn’t as messed up as it is now.. I’m turning 27 and this band meant so much along with other bands seeing them live at concerts like Chain Reaction, Warp tour etc! When I was 14-17 years old! Hope everyone is doing good in these crazy times stay safe everyone!
@finnlinnsone
I can't believe I found this when I was 14 and at the peak of my scenequeen days, and now I'm 22.
Crazy how time flies by. A decade since it was first performed at the California Metal Fest in November. Then a decade since the All Is Calm album was released next year.
I hope every single one of you reading this are still holding on, doing your best. Life is precious. Live it out the best you can bois.
@AJMassive
I’m going to be 29 in 4 months. I remember when this album came out…gosh I’d give anything to go back to that time. This music helped me get through the hardest time of my life.
@aidenpilot3119
Their best song. Wish this version was on Apple Music
@lilsinght
Confide es único. Ambos son únicos.
@foramejora
I saw them at South By So What yesterday. With Underoath calling it quits earlier this year, them getting back together was definitely the best news I could have received. If you contributed to funding the new record on Kickstarter, thank you very much.
@williamsalas5218
man, this chorus it's just perfect, a straight banger.
@dawasvlog
I wasn't expecting anything better. Confide always making me proud!! and I pity those who can complain...... I mean, THEY ARE BACK!!!!! Be glad for it.
@InitialPromise
I actually love the fact Joel put his more poppy feel in this, its what he cares about and loves. And it definitely shows perfectly with this song.