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"When are you interviewing the band?" a text arrives. "I was hoping to ask if I can be their extra sister."

There's just a single issue: The author likewise wants to be Haim's newest recruit. Furthermore, we are not alone. Multiple famous supporters have publicly begged for the position.

One thing is obvious a special quality is going on. The siblings Este, Danielle and Alana began their path doing sets at small eateries with their family. Today, they are multi-time Grammy contenders.

Similar to the most iconic ensembles, they're a tight-knit trio. Their music videos frequently feature them striding in sync down the streets of Los Angeles. During performances, they play with such pure happiness you inevitably think, "I'd love to be involved in that, too."

"The numerous instances on tour that audience members came up to us and said, 'Watching you live, I picked up a bass'," remarks Alana, the most junior of the Haim siblings. "That's the ultimate honour. It is a prize in itself. We've done our job if we can motivate others to make music."

"Therefore anyone are welcome to be the honorary Haim sister."

Award Recognition

The group have called into home, where they're recovering after an lengthy tour in for their new album, I Quit.

They're right now processing the news it's been shortlisted for a top rock honor at the Grammy Awards – with Haim the very first all-female band ever in the running for the prize.

"I watch the lists every year, so it kind of feels like The Truman Show when your name is announced," explains Alana. "I had to call my sisters to say, 'Did I hear this correctly or am I hallucinating'?"

The importance of the nomination isn't lost on the band.

"We truly set out to make a guitar-driven album this time, so it's a major milestone," continues Alana. "But we're just grateful for the pioneers that came before us."

Personal Turmoil and Humour

The record emerged from a phase of personal change. All three sisters found themselves single, and the music explores that odd in-between place where you're happy to be free, but not quite ready to move on.

The words detail departures and farewells. The sisters want love, but not the relationships they've had. You can hear them working out in real time who they want to be.

"That's a perfect description, yes," agrees Danielle. "I Quit is essentially a mantra. You have to make an effort in shutting out the criticism and saying, 'I don't give what people think'."

Evolution of Style

That developed resilience demanded a different sonic direction – more unpolished and powerful than any of the music the band had done before.

For Danielle, who worked on producing the album, that started with the drum sound.

"The drum sound is such a nuanced thing, and I care so much about it," she emphasizes.

"'Journey of the drum sound' will be the title of our book," jokes Alana. "Our motto is, our albums cannot begin until we find the ideal drum sound."

Anecdotes and Shared Humor

The trio's honesty inspired the album's promotional campaign, where the sisters revealed some of their personal tales.

One man ended things with Este over a health concern. Alana recalled a story of flying to celebrate New Year's Eve with someone, only to receive a casual gesture at midnight.

"When you're going through these breakups, you just feel like there's only darkness," explains Alana. "So to be able to share those stories and have them tell you even crazier stories, it's therapeutic."

A Secure Path

One can easily sense a shift in the band. Now, Haim are more confident of their standing in the music world.

They're major draws, with successful albums and an worldwide following.

But Haim will consistently be their top focus.

"Me and my siblings have been making music since I was four," concludes Alana. "It feels as if nothing else that we were meant to do. And I'm really grateful we've made it and we're still making music."