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"Any idea when you're interviewing the band?" an inquiry reads. "I wanted to ask if I can become their newest bandmate."

There is only a single issue: I also desires to be the Haims' additional sibling. Furthermore, we are far from alone. Multiple high-profile fans have openly petitioned for the honor.

The evidence suggests something is going on. The siblings Este, Danielle and Alana started their path performing shows at small eateries with their parents. Presently, they stand as multi-time Grammy nominees.

Similar to the best bands, they're a inseparable unit. Their visuals often show them walking in harmony down the avenues of Los Angeles. During performances, they perform with such unfettered joy you inevitably think, "I'd love to be involved in that, too."

"The numerous instances on tour that young girls told us and said, 'Seeing you perform, I bought a guitar'," states Alana, the youngest of the sisters. "That is the biggest honor. It is a prize in itself. Our mission is accomplished if we can inspire others to start a band."

"Therefore everyone are welcome to be the next part of the family."

Grammy Milestone

The trio have called into their homes, where they're taking a pause after an extensive tour in for their new album, I Quit.

They're right now celebrating the news it's been nominated for Best Rock Album at the Grammy Awards – with Haim the first all-female band ever in the running for the prize.

"I tune into the announcements every year, so it almost feels like a surreal movie when your name is announced," explains Alana. "I needed to phone my sisters to say, 'Did I hear this correctly or am I dreaming'?"

The weight of the honor resonates with the sisters.

"We truly set out to make a guitar-driven album this time, so it's a significant milestone," continues Alana. "Yet we're just grateful for the women that paved the way."

Heartbreak and Humour

The record was born from a time of transition. All three sisters ended up single, and the music captures that strange liminal space where you're glad to be free, but not entirely ready to move on.

The lyrics follow endings and farewells. The sisters seek love, but not the specific love they've got. You can hear them figuring out in real life who they want to be.

"That's a perfect description, yes," agrees Danielle. "I Quit is like a slogan. You have to make an effort in ignoring the criticism and saying, 'It doesn't matter to me what people think'."

Development of Sound

That recent confidence demanded a fresh approach – more organic and direct than any of the music the band had done before.

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

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

"'Journey of the drum sound' will be the title of our biography," laughs Alana. "I always say, our albums cannot begin until we find the perfect drum sound."

Experiences and Shared Humor

The band's honesty fueled the album's marketing, where the sisters shared some of their personal tales.

One man left Este over a health consideration. Alana recalled a story of flying to celebrate New Year's Eve with someone, only to receive a high five at midnight.

"During these setbacks, you just feel like there's no light," explains Alana. "Therefore to be able to share those stories and hear others tell you wilder stories, it's so amazing."

A Confident Path

One can easily sense a evolution in the band. These days, Haim are more confident of their position in the industry.

They're festival headliners, with successful albums and an international fan base.

However Haim will forever be their number one focus.

"My sisters and I have been playing music since I was a young child," says Alana. "It feels as if no other path that we were destined for. And I'm really thankful we've reached this point and we're still going strong."