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

There is only a single issue: The sender also desires to be Haim's additional sibling. What's more, we are far from alone. Several high-profile fans have openly petitioned for the honor.

The evidence suggests a special quality is happening. The siblings Este, Danielle and Alana started their musical journey performing shows at small eateries with their parents. Presently, they stand as repeated Grammy hopefuls.

In the tradition of the best ensembles, they're a inseparable trio. Their videos frequently feature them marching in sync down the roads of Los Angeles. In concert, they play with such unfettered happiness you inevitably think, "I wish to be a piece of that, too."

"The numerous instances on tour that young girls came up to us and said, 'After your show, I picked up a bass'," remarks Alana, the most junior of the Haim siblings. "That is the greatest compliment. That is recognition in itself. Our mission is accomplished if we can encourage others to form a group."

"And thus anyone are welcome to be the fourth member of Haim."

Historic Nod

The band have called into a break, where they're resting up after an lengthy tour in for their fourth album, I Quit.

They're presently celebrating the news it's been nominated for best rock album at the Grammy Awards – with Haim the pioneering all-female band ever in contention for the prize.

"I watch the announcements every year, so it kind of feels like an out-of-body experience when your name is announced," says Alana. "I immediately called my sisters to say, 'Did I hear this correctly or am I hallucinating'?"

The weight of the accolade isn't lost on the trio.

"We deliberately set out to make a rock album this time, so it's a major step," continues Alana. "However we're just grateful for the women that inspired us."

Emotional Upheaval and Laughter

The project emerged from a phase of transition. All three sisters ended up single, and the music captures that strange liminal space where you're relieved to be free, but not quite ready to let go.

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

"I love summary, yes," responds Danielle. "I Quit is essentially a mantra. You have to make an effort in ignoring the outside opinions and saying, 'I couldn't care less what people think'."

Evolution of Sound

That newfound toughness called for 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 was founded on the drums.

"Drums are such a nuanced thing, and I care so much about it," she states.

"'Journey of the drum sound' will be the title of our biography," jokes Alana. "Our motto is, our albums don't start until we find the right drum sound."

Experiences and Collective Laughter

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

One man left Este over a health consideration. Alana shared a story of travelling to celebrate New Year's Eve with someone, only to receive a casual gesture at midnight.

"During these setbacks, you just feel like there's no hope," notes Alana. "Therefore to be able to share those stories and have them tell you wilder stories, it's incredible."

A Secure Future

One can easily sense a change in the band. Today, Haim are more assured of their standing in the industry.

They're major draws, with chart-topping albums and an worldwide fan base.

However Haim will consistently be their top priority.

"Me and my siblings have been making music since I was four," says Alana. "It feels as if no alternative that we were meant to do. And I'm really grateful we've made it and we're still going strong."