The Neighbourhood

The Neighbourhood is a California-born band formed in the early 2010s around Jesse Rutherford, Zach Abels, Jeremy Freedman, Mikey Margott, and Brandon Fried. Catapulted into the spotlight by their track Sweater Weather—an instant classic—the band established itself with a striking black-and-white aesthetic and a sonic identity straddling alternative rock, dreamy pop, and modern R&B. Their world blends melancholy, sensuality, and introspection, carried by signature songs like Daddy Issues, Afraid, and Softcore that have shaped an entire generation of listeners. Across their albums—from I Love You. to Wiped Out! and then Chip Chrome & The Mono-Tones—The Neighbourhood has evolved its sound without ever losing visual and emotional cohesion. Their more experimental project, (((((ultraSOUND))))), marks a new turn, fusing electronic textures and gauzy guitars in meticulous production. Embracing sharp contrasts and wide-ranging influences, The Neighbourhood remains a benchmark of contemporary alternative rock.