The Neighbourhood
American alternative rock band known for their moody aesthetic and genre-blending soundFormed in Newbury Park, California, The Neighbourhood rose to fame in 2013 with their hit 'Sweater Weather'. The band consists of Jesse Rutherford (vocals), Jeremy Freedman (guitar), Zach Abels (guitar), Mikey Margott (bass), and Brandon Fried (drums). They maintain a distinctive black-and-white visual identity while exploring alternative rock, R&B, and electronic influences across multiple albums and EPs.
- The band initially concealed their identities, releasing early music without showing their faces to build mystique
- Lead singer Jesse Rutherford pursued a solo career during a 2017 hiatus but returned for subsequent band projects
- Their song 'Sweater Weather' became a viral TikTok phenomenon in 2020, seven years after its initial release
- The band's name uses British English spelling as an homage to their initial aspiration for international recognition