Black Cashmere: Soft to the Touch, Sharp at the Edges

Article by Manuela Bittencourt

Some bands are formed through open mics or Craigslist ads. Black Cashmere was formed at family dinners.

Before they were a duo, they were just two kids growing up around each other – Harry with a dream of becoming a producer, and his longtime family friend, Devon Sellers, already certain she wanted to sing. At gatherings, Harry would open up Ableton and play whatever he’d been building, while she instinctively sang over it. It happened so naturally that neither of them questioned it – until their parents did.

One night in high school, in the middle of those dinners, the suggestion landed: Why don’t you two actually try working together? There was a pause. Then the mutual realization – wait… I’m down.

They started writing that week. And musically, it clicked immediately.

What began as curiosity about each other’s passions quickly turned into a creative partnership that still feels effortless – and more importantly, fun.

Raised in L.A., Built by Influence

Both members of Black Cashmere are from Los Angeles, but their sound was shaped less by geography and more by the music echoing through their homes.

Harry grew up split between two sonic worlds. His father introduced him to the drama and electricity of classic rock – bands like Led Zeppelin and icons like David Bowie. His mother leaned into hip-hop, playing artists like The Fugees and Jay-Z.

After his parents divorced, he dove into discovering music on his own – moving through intense listening phases, from Daniel Caesar to Eminem. That range gave him an expansive emotional and sonic palette as a producer – one that makes every track feel layered and unpredictable.

For Devon, music wasn’t just an influence – it was her lifestyle. Her dad is the bassist of Stabbing Westward, meaning she grew up watching what it looked like to build a life around creativity. Concerts were part of childhood. From pop shows with Selena Gomez to the theatrical intensity of Babymetal, she absorbed it all.

Growing up in L.A., surrounded by artists and big dreams, made ambition feel normal. Chasing what you love wasn’t unrealistic – it was expected.

That energy pulses through Black Cashmere.

From Closet Recordings to “In My Head”

The early days were chaotic in the best way. Vocals recorded on an iPhone. Blankets over heads in closets for makeshift soundproofing. Harry experimenting endlessly on his computer. Some songs were breakthroughs. Others were… lessons.

But what mattered was that it felt safe to experiment together.

Harry’s “this is it” moment came when they wrote “In My Head,” their fourth song together. Suddenly everything aligned – the energy, the tone, the identity. For Devon, the realization came later, during a period when they stopped working together. Life shifted. College happened. The collaboration paused. And she missed it. That absence made one thing clear: this wasn’t casual. The music mattered. When they reunited, it felt natural – but stronger. More intentional.

What’s in a Name?

They almost build their identity around the word “blue.” Their music felt like different emotional shades of it – dreamy, moody, romantic. Names like Blue Hour and Blue Velvet were floated, but nothing stuck. Then came “cashmere.” It felt vintage. Soft but powerful. Luxurious without being loud. Adding “black” gave it depth – a darker elegance. The name clicked instantly. Even more special? It was grandmother-approved before she passed, turning the name into something deeply personal. Black Cashmere isn’t just a title. It’s texture. It’s atmosphere. It’s a whole different world.

Vintage, Cinematic, and Completely Theirs

Try pinning Black Cashmere to a genre and you’ll miss the point. Their music feels vintage yet modern, cinematic but intimate. It’s driving through the hills of Malibu at golden hour – and dancing in a late-night club hours later. There’s softness, like the fabric in their name, but underneath it there’s pulse and movement.

They build moods, not categories. For this era, they draw inspiration from artists like The Marias and Yves Tumor, while Harry reveres the soul and vulnerability of D’Angelo. Even Nick Drake influenced the atmosphere of their upcoming track “Blue Monday.” Keep a lookout for it!

But they aren’t replicating anyone. They’re building an immersive universe of their own – one layered with stacked vocals, dance-driven rhythms, emotional shadow, and irresistible hooks.

Their first EP exists somewhere between light and darkness – playful but tinted deep blue to black. And yes – when they say they’re a band, people often expect a full lineup. It’s just the two of them.

Growth, Setbacks, Evolution

Time apart became one of their biggest turning points. While separated, they wrote with other collaborators, developed independently, and sharpened their skills. When they came back together, the music moved faster – and deeper.

Devon’s journey included overcoming vocal nodules and relearning how to sing sustainably – an experience that strengthened her voice and reshaped how they approach recording. Harry’s production and vocal editing grew more detailed and expansive. Now, their songs feel more layered. More intentional. More technically complex. Still Black Cashmere – just evolved.

Behind the Scenes

Their dynamic is built on lifelong trust. Both are dreamers. Both are perfectionists. Devon leans toward peacemaker energy, grounding the vision emotionally. Harry brings the rebellious spark – pushing risks and experimentation.

Before recording, Devon moves – vocal exercises, cough drops, dancing to shake off overthinking. Harry locks in by listening to music that sets the tone. If their music had a color, texture, and flavor? Black. Cashmere. Licorice – dark, sweet, unexpected, and deeply loved once it finds the right audience.

What They Want You to Feel

At its core, Black Cashmere is about emotional permission. They want listeners to press play and feel present – whether that’s joy, nostalgia, vulnerability, or pure fun. Love is a recurring theme, but never one-dimensional. Romance. Obsession. Heartbreak. Even an eerie intensity. Their art starts as personal expression, but vulnerability creates connection. When they’re honest, the music resonates.

The Next Chapter

Their first EP is officially finished. Their music video for “Blue Monday” is wrapping. Gigs in Los Angeles are coming in May. and EP #2 is already in motion – leaning into Bossa Nova textures, trip-hop influence, eerie atmospheres, and flashes of ‘80s-era Prince energy.

Dream collaborations? The Marias top the list. Harry would love to work with Sydney Ross Mitchell. Devon dreams of collaborating with Ruby Waters. Artists who push evolution. For Black Cashmere, success is about loving what they create. Living off their art. Sustaining a life built on sound.

They are only at the beginning – and that’s what keeps the fire alive. Every song feels like discovery. Every release feels like a new shade of black.

Hit Play

Black Cashmere is sleek, magnetic, and irresistibly cool – cinematic, moody, addictive music that pulls you into late nights, long drives, and a world that feels like you were always meant to find it.

Follow them on Instagram @blackcashmereband, stream their latest singles “In My Head” and “Deeply Chopped,” and get ready for their upcoming EP.

This isn’t just a duo. It’s a universe – and it’s only getting louder.