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"Any idea when you're speaking to Haim?" a text arrives. "My request was to ask if I can join as their newest bandmate."

There is only one problem: The author likewise wants to be the Haims' fourth member. What's more, we are far from alone. Multiple high-profile fans have publicly petitioned for the role.

It's clear an irresistible appeal is happening. Sisters Este, Danielle and Alana began their musical journey doing sets at small eateries with their family. Presently, they stand as multi-time Grammy Award nominees.

In the tradition of the most iconic ensembles, they're a inseparable trio. Their videos frequently show them walking in harmony down the roads of Los Angeles. In concert, they play with such boundless joy you inevitably think, "I wish to be a piece of that, too."

"How often on tour that audience members told us and said, 'Seeing you perform, I picked up a drum kit'," states Alana, the most junior of the trio. "That is the ultimate compliment. That's an award in itself. Our mission is accomplished if we can encourage others to start a band."

"So everyone are welcome to be the fourth Haim sister."

Grammy Recognition

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

They're currently reeling from the news it's been nominated for best rock album at the Grammys – with Haim the very first female band ever in contention for the prize.

"I tune into the nominations every year, so it almost feels like a surreal movie when your name is read out," explains Alana. "I needed to phone my sisters to say, 'Am I hearing this right or am I imagining things'?"

The weight of the honor is deeply felt by the trio.

"We truly set out to make a guitar-driven album this time, so it's a huge step," adds Alana. "Yet we're just appreciative for the women that came before us."

Personal Turmoil and Candor

The album came out of a period of transition. All three sisters found themselves single, and the music explores that odd liminal space where you're relieved to be free, but not entirely ready to let go.

The themes follow endings and goodbyes. The sisters desire love, but not the relationships they've had. You can hear them determining in the moment who they are becoming.

"That's a perfect summary, yes," responds Danielle. "I Quit is essentially a personal statement. You have to make an effort in shutting out the noise and saying, 'I couldn't care less what people think'."

Development of Music

That developed toughness called for a new sound – more unpolished and powerful than any of the music the band had done before.

For Danielle, who co-produced the album, that began with the drums.

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

"'Journey of the drum sound' will be the title of our book," jokes Alana. "I've said it, our albums don't start until we find the perfect drum sound."

Anecdotes and Shared Laughter

The trio's candor fueled the album's promotional campaign, where the sisters disclosed some of their dating tales.

One man ended things with Este over a medical 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 setbacks, you just feel like there's no hope," explains Alana. "So to be able to share those stories and have them tell you wilder stories, it's therapeutic."

A Secure Future

It's not difficult sense a evolution in the band. These days, Haim are more assured of their standing in the industry.

They're top-billed acts, with successful albums and an worldwide following.

Yet the band will forever be their number one priority.

"We have been making music since I was a young child," says Alana. "It's like no alternative that we were meant to do. And I'm really fortunate we've gotten here and we're still going strong."