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"Any idea when you're speaking to the Haim sisters?" an inquiry arrives. "My request was to ask if I can become their fourth member."

There's just one problem: The author likewise desires to be the Haims' fourth member. Furthermore, we are far from alone. Several high-profile supporters have openly begged for the role.

One thing is obvious a special quality is happening. Sisters Este, Danielle and Alana launched their career playing gigs at neighborhood delis with their family. Presently, they stand as multi-time Grammy Award hopefuls.

Similar to the most iconic bands, they're a close gang. Their videos often feature them marching in unison down the roads of Los Angeles. During performances, they jam with such boundless joy you inevitably think, "I want to be involved in that, too."

"The numerous instances on tour that fans told us and said, 'Watching you live, I picked up a drum kit'," states Alana, the youngest of the trio. "That's the biggest honour. That is recognition in itself. We've done our job if we can encourage others to start a band."

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

Historic Milestone

The band have called into home, where they're taking a pause after an major tour in promoting their fourth album, I Quit.

They're currently reeling from the news it's been in the running for a top rock honor at the Grammy Awards – with Haim the first all-woman band ever in consideration for the prize.

"I follow the lists every year, so it almost feels like a surreal movie when your name is announced," explains Alana. "I immediately called my sisters to say, 'Did we just hear this correctly or am I dreaming'?"

The significance of the nomination is deeply felt by the trio.

"We deliberately set out to make a rock album this time, so it's a huge milestone," continues Alana. "But we're just grateful for the female artists that paved the way."

Heartbreak and Humour

The project was born from a time of personal change. All three sisters found themselves single, and the music explores that odd in-between place where you're relieved to be free, but not entirely ready to start anew.

The lyrics follow departures and goodbyes. The sisters want love, but not the kind of love they've had. You can hear them figuring out in the moment who they want to be.

"I love summary, yes," responds Danielle. "I Quit is like a mantra. You have to consciously practice ignoring the outside opinions and saying, 'I couldn't care less what people think'."

Refinement of Music

That developed toughness demanded a fresh approach – more raw and direct than anything the band had done before.

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

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

"'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 Camaraderie

The trio's honesty inspired the album's promotional campaign, where the sisters shared some of their dating horror stories.

A former partner left Este over a health consideration. Alana recalled a story of travelling to spend New Year's Eve with someone, only to receive a high five at midnight.

"During these breakups, you just feel like there's only darkness," explains Alana. "Therefore to be able to find humor in those stories and hear others tell you wilder stories, it's so amazing."

A Secure Legacy

You can clearly sense a evolution in the band. Now, Haim are more assured of their place in the music world.

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

But the band will always be their primary priority.

"My sisters and I have been playing music since I was a young child," concludes Alana. "There is no alternative that we were supposed to do. And I'm really thankful we've reached this point and we're still kicking."