The Neighbourhood - The NBHD (Band from USA)

Profile: The Neighbourhood

Origin & Formation

The Neighbourhood is an American alternative rock band from Newbury Park, California. Wikipedia+2Wikipedia+2
They formed in 2011. Wikipedia
They use the British spelling “Neighbourhood” (instead of “Neighborhood”) as a stylistic choice to distinguish themselves. Wikipedia+1

Members

Jesse Rutherford – lead vocals Wikipedia+1
Jeremy “Jeremiah” Freedman – guitar Wikipedia
Zachary “Zach” Abels – guitar Wikipedia
Mikey Margott – bass Wikipedia
Brandon Fried – drums (he was part of the band, left, and more recently rejoined) Wikipedia+1
Former member: Bryan Sammis (drummer). Wikipedia

Genre / Musical Style

Their music is mostly alternative rock, indie rock, and pop rock. Wikipedia+1
They blend other influences like electronic, hip-hop, and R&B in their sound. Wikipedia
According to RockMafia, their vision was to mix “hip-hop beats,” guitar, and emotionally shadowy aesthetics. rockmafia.com

Career Highlights / Discography

They released early EPs like I’m Sorry… and Thank You. Wikipedia
Their debut studio album is I Love You. (2013). Wikipedia+1
Famous single: “Sweater Weather” — one of their most well-known songs. Wikipedia+1
Other albums:
- Wiped Out! (2015) TheCityCeleb+1
- The Neighbourhood (self-titled — 2018) Wikipedia
- Chip Chrome & the Mono-Tones (2020) TheCityCeleb+1
They also released a mixtape #000000 & #FFFFFF. Wikipedia

Hiatus & Comeback

Aesthetic & Impact

They’re known for a “moody” aesthetic — both in their music and visuals. TheCityCeleb+1
Their sound is emotionally resonant, often dealing with introspection, relationships, and vulnerability.
Over time, their audience has shifted — from early alt-rock/indie fans to a broader, more diverse group. Reddit
According to fans:

“Their music is therapy for me.” Reddit
On Reddit, fans also comment on how “low-key” the band is, yet deeply impactful. Reddit

Legacy & Influence

“Sweater Weather” remains their signature hit and continues to be widely recognized.
They influenced a generation of listeners who appreciate emotional, genre-blending music.
Despite a hiatus, the band’s return in 2025 shows they’re still artistically relevant and have a dedicated fanbase.

Interesting Facts

Their debut EP I’m Sorry… was initially self-released for free. Wikipedia
They named their mixtape with hex color codes: #000000 & #FFFFFF — which resonates with their black-and-white visual identity. Wikipedia
Their third album (The Neighbourhood) includes atmospheric and ambient influences. Wikipedia
Jesse Rutherford, the lead singer, has a solo career too.