Reflecting on their early years, Haim recalls a challenging decade with no record labels interested in signing them.

Eleven years ago, I had my first interview with Haim in a dressing room at the O2 arena. Little did they know at the time, the group was about to win the BBC's Sound of 2013. My task was to profile the band without revealing their secret. As we talked, we could hear Florence + The Machine performing above us, causing the walls to shake and a guitar case to fall over. Bassist Este Haim expressed her frustration, fearing that no one would remember they were there. However, they eventually won the poll, celebrated at Madame Tussauds, and went on to become a highly successful band. Their latest album, Women in Music Part III, received a Grammy nomination for Album of the Year. They also recently toured across America with Taylor Swift as the opening act on her Eras tour. I met the band again in August after their headline performance at London's All Points East festival. Alana Haim, the youngest sister and a Bafta-nominated actress, admitted to crying through the first three songs of the concert, which was an emotional reunion for the band. Haim, despite being from California's San Fernando Valley, was signed to the UK's Polydor Records in 2012 after being rejected by American labels. This year marks the 10th anniversary of their debut album, Days Are Gone, which received renewed interest and climbed back up the charts with the release of an anniversary edition. During our interview, I finally confessed to the band that I had known they were going to win the Sound of 2013 all along, which amused them greatly. The band reminisced about their early days, including playing their first gig on the same night as Live Earth in 2007 and struggling for six years to make an album. Despite the challenges, they remained determined and were supported by their friends and families. In the early stages, they had difficulty recording their songs the way they envisioned. However, they eventually learned the ropes and embraced the possibilities Garage Band offered. The majority of their album was written during a two-year period where they worked tirelessly to develop a unique sound. They were conscious that their music had to stand out and be genuine if they were going to leave a mark. Their breakthrough came with an independent EP released in 2012 when UK radio stations started playing their songs. They decided to explore their opportunities in the UK, where they had previously performed as part of another band. Their debut album surpassed expectations, even reaching number one on the charts ahead of Justin Timberlake. Haim's success continued to grow as they headlined festivals and toured with Taylor Swift. The band is grateful for the increasing number of fans they have gained along the way. Performing on big stages feels surreal to them, but they have learned to embrace the energy and captivate audiences. They also feel fortunate to have had the opportunity to watch Taylor Swift's incredible shows. In summary, in the past eleven years, Haim has risen from a little-known band to one of the biggest names in the music industry. They have overcome obstacles, honed their talents, and released an album that resonated with listeners. The future looks promising for these talented sisters.