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"When are you interviewing the Haim sisters?" an inquiry pops up. "I wanted to ask if I can join as their extra sister."

There is only a single issue: I also desires to be the Haims' additional sibling. And we're not alone. Multiple celebrated fans have publicly coveted the position.

One thing is obvious something is going on. Sisters Este, Danielle and Alana started their path performing shows at small eateries with their family. Presently, they stand as multi-time Grammy Award contenders.

Similar to the most iconic bands, they're a close trio. Their music videos often show them walking in harmony down the avenues of Los Angeles. In concert, they jam with such pure happiness you inevitably think, "I'd love to be involved in that, too."

"The numerous instances on tour that audience members approached us and said, 'Seeing you perform, I bought a drum kit'," remarks Alana, the most junior of the sisters. "It is the biggest honor. That's an award in itself. We have succeeded if we can inspire others to make music."

"And thus all gets an invitation to be the honorary part of the family."

Award Nod

The band are speaking from a break, where they're resting up after an lengthy tour in promoting their new album, I Quit.

They're right now celebrating the news it's been in the running for best rock album at the Grammys – with Haim the very first all-woman band ever in contention for the trophy.

"I follow the nominations every year, so it kind of feels like an out-of-body experience when your name is read out," explains Alana. "I had to call my sisters to say, 'Did we just hear this right or am I imagining things'?"

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

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

Personal Turmoil and Candor

The project was born from a phase of transition. All three sisters ended up single, and the music explores that odd in-between place where you're relieved to be free, but not entirely ready to let go.

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

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

Development of Style

That recent resilience required a fresh approach – more organic and immediate than any of the music the band had done before.

For Danielle, who worked on producing the album, that was founded on the percussion.

"Percussion is such a specific thing, and I focus so intensely about it," she emphasizes.

"'Journey of the drum sound' will be the name of our book," jokes Alana. "I always say, our albums won't commence until we find the right drum sound."

Experiences and Shared Camaraderie

The trio's honesty shaped the album's rollout, where the sisters shared some of their personal misadventures.

Someone left Este over a medical concern. Alana shared a story of flying to spend New Year's Eve with someone, only to receive a friendly slap at midnight.

"When you're going through these heartbreaks, you just feel like there's no hope," says Alana. "So to be able to laugh at those stories and have them tell you wilder stories, it's incredible."

An Assured Legacy

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

They're major draws, with hit albums and an global following.

But the sister act will consistently be their top focus.

"My sisters and I have been playing music since I was four," shares Alana. "It's like no other path that we were destined for. And I'm really thankful we've reached this point and we're still going strong."