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"Any idea when you're speaking to the band?" a text pops up. "I was hoping to ask if I can join as their newest bandmate."

However, there remains a single issue: The sender also desires to be the Haims' fourth member. And we're far from alone. A host of famous supporters have openly begged for the honor.

One thing is obvious an irresistible appeal is at play. Sisters Este, Danielle and Alana started their path playing gigs at local delicatessens with their parents. Presently, they stand as multi-time Grammy hopefuls.

In the tradition of the most iconic groups, they're a tight-knit gang. Their visuals frequently depict them marching in unison down the avenues of Los Angeles. In concert, they perform with such boundless happiness you find yourself thinking, "I'd love to be part of that, too."

"How often on tour that young girls approached us and said, 'Seeing you perform, I picked up a guitar'," says Alana, the youngest of the trio. "That's the biggest honor. That's an award in itself. Our mission is accomplished if we can motivate young girls to form a group."

"So all are welcome to be the next Haim sister."

Grammy Recognition

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

They're presently reeling from the news it's been nominated for best rock album at the Grammys – with Haim the very first all-female band ever in the running for the trophy.

"I follow the nominations every year, so it kind of feels like The Truman Show when your name is read out," says Alana. "I had to call my sisters to say, 'Did I hear this right or am I dreaming'?"

The weight of the honor resonates with the trio.

"We truly set out to make a rock record this time, so it's a huge achievement," adds Alana. "But we're just appreciative for the women that inspired us."

Personal Turmoil and Laughter

The record was born from a time of transition. All three sisters ended up single, and the music explores that strange transitional period where you're happy to be free, but not entirely ready to start anew.

The lyrics detail departures and partings. The sisters desire 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 adore way of putting it, yes," responds Danielle. "I Quit is kind of like a mantra. You have to make an effort in ignoring the criticism and saying, 'I don't give what people think'."

Refinement of Style

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

For Danielle, who helped produce the album, that started with the drum sound.

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

"'Journey of the drum sound' will be the name of our memoir," jokes Alana. "I've said it, our albums won't commence until we find the ideal drum sound."

Anecdotes and Shared Camaraderie

The band's candor inspired the album's marketing, where the sisters revealed some of their romantic horror stories.

One man ended things with Este over a medical concern. Alana told a story of travelling to spend New Year's Eve with someone, only to receive a friendly slap at midnight.

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

A Confident Path

One can easily sense a evolution in the band. Today, Haim are more certain of their position in the music world.

They're festival headliners, with successful albums and an global following.

But the sister act will consistently be their top priority.

"Me and my siblings have been making music since I was a young child," says Alana. "It feels as if no alternative that we were destined for. And I'm really fortunate we've reached this point and we're still going strong."