The Neighbourhood
| Industry | Music |
|---|---|
| Founded | 2011 in Newbury Park, California, United States |
| Founder | Jesse Rutherford, Zachary Abels, Jeremiah Freedman, Michael Margott, Bryan Sammis |
| Headquarters | Newbury Park , United States |
Area served | Worldwide |
Key people | Jesse Rutherford (lead vocalist), Jeremy Freedman (guitarist), Zach Abels (guitarist), Mikey Margott (bassist), Brandon Fried (drummer) |
| Products | Music albums, EPs, singles |
Number of employees | 5 (band members) (2025) |
| Parent | Columbia Records (former), Warner (current) |
The Neighbourhood (often stylized as the nbhd) is an American alternative rock group that originated in Newbury Park, California in 2011. The band consists of lead vocalist Jesse Rutherford, guitarists Jeremy Freedman and Zach Abels, bassist Mikey Margott, and drummer Brandon Fried. Following the release of two EPs, I'm Sorry... and Thank You, they secured a deal with Columbia Records and launched their first full-length album, I Love You. in 2013. Their single "Sweater Weather" reached number 14 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and saw a revival in popularity on radio and Spotify nearly ten years later. Other significant songs include "Afraid", "Daddy Issues", "Softcore", "You Get Me So High", "Reflections", and "The Beach".
In 2013, they released the EP The Love Collection, followed by the mixtape #000000 & #FFFFFF in 2014. Their sophomore album, Wiped Out!, was unveiled in 2015. The band’s third studio album, self-titled The Neighbourhood, was made available in March 2018, preceded by the EPs Hard and To Imagine, and succeeded by Ever Changing. Tracks excluded from the album but featured on these EPs were compiled into the LP titled Hard to Imagine the Neighbourhood Ever Changing. In February 2022, the group entered a hiatus after drummer Brandon Fried was dismissed amid allegations of sexual misconduct involving María Zardoya from The Marías. In August 2025, they declared their comeback with Fried rejoining the lineup.
Frontman Jesse Rutherford embarked on a solo venture in 2016 and inked a contract with Atlantic Records in March 2023.
Formation and I Love You. (2011–2013)
The Neighbourhood was established in August 2011 by vocalist Jesse Rutherford alongside guitarists Zachary Abels and Jeremiah Freedman, bassist Michael Margott, and drummer Bryan "Olivver" Sammis. They chose the British spelling "neighbourhood" on their manager’s recommendation to distinguish themselves from another band using the American spelling; this preference extended to naming their songs as well.
Early in 2012, they released singles "Female Robbery" and "Sweater Weather". In May of that year, they independently issued their debut EP, I'm Sorry..., produced by Justyn Pilbrow, which was available as a free download. Their follow-up EP, Thank You, came out in December 2012.
Before releasing their debut album I Love You., The Neighbourhood performed at Coachella in 2013. The album premiered via Rolling Stone on April 16, 2013, and was officially released on April 23 through Columbia Records. It entered the US Billboard 200 chart at number 39 with first-week sales of 9,000 copies. The lead single "Sweater Weather" had its music video premiered on March 5, 2013. The band made their first television appearance performing this track on Jimmy Kimmel Live on June 27, 2013. The song reached number one on the Billboard Alternative Songs chart by early June and also secured a spot within the top ten of the Heatseekers Songs chart.
During July and September of 2013, The Neighbourhood supported Imagine Dragons on tour. They also headlined Toronto's Edgefest on July 31 and played at Montreal’s Osheaga festival on August 4. Furthermore, they appeared at Atlanta’s Music Midtown festival on September 21, 2013.
'#000000 & #FFFFFF' and 'Wiped Out!' (2014–2015)
On January 16, 2014, the band used social media platforms to announce the departure of drummer Bryan Sammis.
In April 2013, The Neighbourhood kicked off their summer tour titled The Love Collection Tour, sharing the stage with Lovelife, the 1975, and JMSN. Alongside the tour, they aimed to release a mixtape. Subsequently, on December 10, 2013, they unveiled the EP The Love Collection. Later, on November 28, 2014, they offered the mixtape #000000 & #FFFFFF—named after the hexadecimal color codes for black and white—as a free download. DJ Drama hosted this project, which included collaborations with artists such as YG, Dej Loaf, French Montana, Danny Brown, and G-Eazy. The mixtape was officially made available for streaming and download on November 22, 2017.
In August 2015, the group announced their sophomore album Wiped Out!, which was released on October 30. The album was preceded by its lead single "R.I.P. 2 My Youth" and went on to peak at number 13 on the US Billboard 200 chart. To promote Wiped Out!, The Neighbourhood embarked on a European tour in November 2015 followed by North American dates in May and June of 2016.
'Hard to Imagine', self-titled album, 'Chip Chrome & the Mono-Tones', and hiatus (2017–2025)
The Neighbourhood released the EP Hard on September 21, 2017, which reached number 183 on the US Billboard 200. This was followed by another EP titled To Imagine on January 12, 2018. Their third full-length album, The Neighbourhood, dropped on March 9, 2018; it incorporated songs from both preceding EPs along with the lead single "Scary Love". Tracks that were not included in the album from these EPs were later compiled into the Hard to Imagine EP. Additionally, a comprehensive edition named Hard to Imagine the Neighbourhood Ever Changing was released, combining selections from Hard, To Imagine, The Neighbourhood, and Ever Changing, excluding only "Revenge" and "Too Serious".
On August 16, 2019, they debuted a music video for their track "Middle of Somewhere". Subsequently, on October 10, 2019, they released the single "Yellow Box", which was featured in the action video game Death Stranding. A lyric video for this song followed on November 7, 2019.
On July 31, 2020, The Neighbourhood announced their fourth studio album titled Chip Chrome & the Mono-Tones, with an official release date of September 25. The album rollout included the lead single "Cherry Flavoured" and a curated playlist featuring key tracks plus this new single.
Towards the end of 2020, two of their earlier songs—"Sweater Weather" from I Love You. and "Daddy Issues" from Wiped Out!—experienced viral popularity on TikTok, leading to a substantial increase in streaming activity.
In February 2022, the band declared an indefinite hiatus. Later that year, on November 13, they disclosed that drummer Brandon Fried had exited the group following sexual assault accusations made by María Zardoya of The Marías.
Resurgence and 'Ultrasound' (2025–present)
On August 29, 2025, The Neighbourhood announced via Instagram their return to music production along with reinstating drummer Brandon Fried. They subsequently released three tracks—"OMG," "Lovebomb," and "Private"—on October 23 as part of their fifth studio album Ultrasound (stylized as (((((ultraSOUND)))))), which officially launched on November 14, 2025.
Musical style
The Neighbourhood's musical identity merges alternative rock, indie rock, and pop rock genres, incorporating influences from electronic music, hip hop, and modern R&B. This eclectic fusion creates a sound that resonates with diverse audience groups.
Members
Current lineup
- Jesse Rutherford – lead vocals (2011–present)
- Zachary Abels – lead and rhythm guitar, backing vocals (2011–present; backing vocals added since 2015)
- Jeremiah Freedman – rhythm and lead guitar, backing vocals (2011–present)
- Michael Margott – bass guitar, backing vocals (2011–present; backing vocals introduced in 2015)
- Brandon Fried – drums, percussion, backing vocals (2014–2022; resumed 2025–present)
Past members
- Bryan "Olivver" Sammis – drums, percussion, backing vocals (2011–2014)
Timeline
Studio albums
| Album title | Release details | Highest chart positions | Certifications | |||||||||
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| US | AUS | BEL | CAN | FIN | NLD | NZ | POL | SCO | UK | |||
| I Love You. |
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25 | — | — | 20 | 37 | 58 | — | 33 | 92 | 70 |
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| Wiped Out! |
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13 | 57 | 156 | 15 | — | — | 37 | 56 | — | 86 |
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| The Neighbourhood |
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61 | — | — | 89 | — | 106 | — | 17 | — | — |
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| Chip Chrome & the Mono-Tones |
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— | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Ultrasound |
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155 | 78 | 157 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
| "—" indicates the album did not chart or was not released in that specific region. | ||||||||||||
Reissued albums
| Album Title | Release information | Highest chart placements | Certifications | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| US Rock |
BEL |
FIN |
LTU |
NOR |
NLD |
POR |
SWI | |||
| Hard to Imagine The Neighbourhood Ever Changing |
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42 | 114 | 21 | 15 | 25 | 77 | 124 | 60 |
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Extended plays
| EP Title | EP release details | Peak chart rankings | Certifications | ||
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| US | US Rock |
NZ | |||
| I'm Sorry... |
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| Thank You, |
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| Spotify Sessions |
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| The Love Collection |
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| Hard |
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183 | 39 | — | |
| To Imagine |
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— | — | — | |
| Hard to Imagine |
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| Ever Changing |
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| Pretty Boy |
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Mixtapes
| Name | Release information |
|---|---|
| #000000 & #FFFFFF |
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Singles
| Track | Release Year | Highest chart positions | Certifications | Album | |||||||||||||||||||||||
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| US | AUS | BRA | CAN | GER | GRE | POR | SWI | UK | WW | ||||||||||||||||||
| "Female Robbery" | 2012 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
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I Love You. | ||||||||||||||
| "Sweater Weather" | 14 | 31 | 98 | 68 | 57 | 14 | 31 | 19 | 49 | 21 |
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| "Let It Go" | 2013 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | ||||||||||||||||
| "Afraid" | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
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| "R.I.P. 2 My Youth" | 2015 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 85 | — |
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Wiped Out! | ||||||||||||||
| "Daddy Issues" (original or featuring Syd) |
— | — | — | — | — | 40 | 110 | — | — | — |
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| "Scary Love" | 2017 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
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The Neighbourhood | ||||||||||||||
| "Livin' in a Dream" | 2018 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Ever Changing EP | - |
"Middle of Somewhere" | 2019 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
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Chip Chrome & the Mono-Tones | |
| "Yellow Box" | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Death Stranding: Timefall | ||||||||||||||||
| "Cherry Flavoured" | 2020 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
* PMB : Gold |
Chip Chrome & the Mono-Tones | ||||||||||||||
| "Lost in Translation" | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |||||||||||||||||
| "Stargazing" | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
* RIAA : Platinum * MC : Gold * PMB : Platinum |
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| "Fallen Star" | 2021 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| "–" indicates a track that did not chart or was not released in the specified region. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Promotional singles
| Title | Year | Highest chart positions | Certifications | Album | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| US Alt. DL |
US Rock |
CZ | ||||
| "#icanteven" (feat. French Montana) |
2014 | — | — | 83 | #000000 & #FFFFFF | |
| "The Beach" | 2015 | — | 34 | — |
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Wiped Out! |
| "Prey" | — | 39 | — |
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| "Stuck With Me" | 2017 | 18 | 42 | — |
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The Neighbourhood |
| "Void" | 2018 | — | 45 | — |
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| "Nervous" | — | 38 | — |
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| "Devil's Advocate" | 2020 | — | — | — |
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Chip Chrome & the Mono-Tones |
| "Pretty Boy" | — | — | — |
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| The symbol "—" indicates a track that either did not enter the charts or was not released in the specified region. | ||||||
Other charted and certified songs
| Title | Year | Highest chart placements | Certifications | Album | |||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| US Rock |
AUT | GER | GRE | IRE | NLD | POR | SWI | UK | WW | ||||
| "Wires" | 2012 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
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I'm Sorry... |
| "W.D.Y.W.F.M?" | 2013 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
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I Love You. |
| "Flawless" | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
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| "A Little Death" | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
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| "Prey" | 2015 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
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Wiped Out! |
| "Cry Baby" | 25 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
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| "Baby Came Home 2 / Valentines" | — | — | — | — | — | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
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| "Single" | 49 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
- !scope=row|"24/7" |
"Hard" | |
| "The Neighbourhood" | |||||||||||||
| "The Neighbourhood" | |||||||||||||
| "The Neighbourhood" | |||||||||||||
| "Chip Chrome & the Mono-Tones" | |||||||||||||
| "Ultrasound"
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| 2015 | 49 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |||
| 2017 | 49 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 'Hard' | ||
| 2018 |
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32 | 45 | 11 | 78 | 78 | 79 | 33 | 51 | 65 |
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'The Neighbourhood' | |
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— | — | 89 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
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'The Neighbourhood' | ||
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'The Neighbourhood' | ||
| 2020 |
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PMB: Gold|'Chip Chrome & the Mono-Tones' | |||
| (future) 2025 |
28 |
'Ultrasound' | |||||||||||
Other appearances
| Song Title | Release Year | Album Name |
|---|---|---|
| "Honest" | 2014 | The Amazing Spider-Man 2: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack |
Music videos
| Video Title | Release Year | Director(s) |
|---|---|---|
| "Female Robbery" | 2012 | ENDS |
| "Let It Go" | ||
| "A Little Death" | ||
| "Sweater Weather" | 2013 | |
| "Afraid" | ||
| "Lurk" | 2014 | Not available |
| "#icanteven" | 2015 | Eif Rivera |
| "Dangerous" | Jake Janisse | |
| "Warm" | Dexter Navy | |
| "R.I.P. 2 My Youth" | Hype Williams | |
| "Daddy Issues" | 2016 | Warren Kommers |
| "Hard to Imagine" | 2018 | Jack Begert |
| "Scary Love" | Jennifer Juniper Stratford | |
| "Middle of Somewhere" | 2019 | Alex McDonell |
| "Cherry Flavoured" | 2020 | Christopher Wilson |
| "Devil's Advocate" | Adam Baldwin & Calvin Reboya | |
| "Pretty Boy" | Ramez Silyan | |
| "Lost In Translation" | Mowgly Lee | |
| "Hell or High Water" | Daniel Iglesias Jr. | |
| "Stargazing" | Ramez Silyan |