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"When are you chatting with the Haim sisters?" a text arrives. "I wanted to ask if I can become their extra sister."

There is only one problem: The author likewise desires to be Haim's additional sibling. And we're not alone. A host of high-profile supporters have also begged for the role.

One thing is obvious something is happening. Sisters Este, Danielle and Alana launched their path doing sets at local delicatessens with their parents. Presently, they stand as repeated Grammy hopefuls.

Like all the best bands, they're a tight-knit gang. Their music videos frequently feature them striding in unison down the streets of Los Angeles. During performances, they play with such unfettered joy you inevitably think, "I wish to be involved in that, too."

"The numerous instances on tour that fans approached us and said, 'Seeing you perform, I got a bass'," states Alana, the most junior of the trio. "That is the greatest honour. That is recognition in itself. Our mission is accomplished if we can encourage others to start a band."

"Therefore all are welcome to be the fourth Haim sister."

Historic Nod

The group are connecting from a break, where they're taking a pause after an lengthy tour in promoting their latest album, I Quit.

They're currently celebrating the news it's been shortlisted for Best Rock Album at the Grammy Awards – with Haim the first all-woman band ever in consideration for the prize.

"I tune into the announcements every year, so it sort of feels like an out-of-body experience when your name is read out," notes Alana. "I needed to phone my sisters to say, 'Did I hear this right or am I imagining things'?"

The importance of the nomination isn't lost on the sisters.

"We deliberately set out to make a guitar-driven album this time, so it's a significant milestone," continues Alana. "However we're just thankful for the pioneers that came before us."

Heartbreak and Humour

The project came out of a time of emotional upheaval. All three sisters ended up single, and the music explores that unique transitional period where you're relieved to be free, but not quite ready to move on.

The words detail breakups and partings. The sisters seek love, but not the kind of love they've had. You can hear them figuring out in real life who they are becoming.

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

Refinement of Sound

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

For Danielle, who co-produced the album, that was founded on the drum sound.

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

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

Anecdotes and Collective Humor

The band's openness fueled the album's rollout, where the sisters disclosed some of their dating horror stories.

One man left Este over a health consideration. Alana told a story of flying to spend 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 only darkness," explains Alana. "Therefore to be able to laugh at those stories and have them tell you wilder stories, it's incredible."

A Secure Legacy

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

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

But the band will always be their primary priority.

"Me and my siblings have been playing music since I was a young child," concludes Alana. "It feels as if no other path that we were meant to do. And I'm really thankful we've made it and we're still making music."