# The Black Flakes — Rock Band from Stockholm

> The Black Flakes is a rock 'n' roll band from Stockholm, Sweden. The Rolling Stones, The Black Crowes, B.B. King is the stuff that got us here. Dedicated to preserving and reimagining the essence of rock 'n' roll.

## Latest Release

**She's Gone** — single, released February 27, 2026. [Release details](https://theblackflakes.com/music/shes-gone) · [Stream on Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/album/5CcAN52akJIfZUQoSLAx6G)

## Music

- [Left My Map At The Bar](https://theblackflakes.com/music/left-my-map-at-the-bar): Debut album, released March 14, 2025 — St. Louis, Big Love, Don't Know, Charming Thing, Three, Dr Jeebo, A Part of Me
- [Left My Map At The Bar on Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/album/2fxSzGAU0vfrKyenUEgaV0)
- [Left My Map At The Bar on Apple Music](https://music.apple.com/us/album/left-my-map-at-the-bar/1800155117)
- [Left My Map At The Bar on YouTube](https://youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nzn5oZIplcLAISldD9xygYxHpdoj9WGrY)
- [The Black Flakes on Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/artist/25buWxCnfhjF6xhv9HLkol): Full discography and artist profile
- [All releases](https://theblackflakes.com/music): Release pages with track lists and streaming links

## About The Black Flakes

The Black Flakes are a rock ’n’ roll and blues rock band from Stockholm, Sweden, formed in 2021. The four members are Wilmer Karlsten (vocals, guitar), Charlie Westman (guitar), Linus Hasselkvist (bass), and Malte Myrsell (drums). The band’s sound is influenced by The Rolling Stones, Rival Sons, The Black Crowes, and B.B. King. The band is dedicated to preserving and reimagining the essence of rock ’n’ roll.

Since their first show, The Black Flakes have played more than 35 shows across Sweden, from festival stages to famous bars like Stampen in Gamla stan, and blues stages in Gothenburg, Hedemora and Huddinge. In December 2025 the band won Lidingö Rock, one of Stockholm’s biggest annual rock competitions.

Their debut album, Left My Map At The Bar, with seven tracks of rock, was released on March 14, 2025 and is streaming on Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube Music. The latest single, ‘She’s Gone’, followed on February 27, 2026. The band has earned radio play and praise from Bandit Rock and blues media across Sweden.

## Upcoming Live Shows

- Jul 18, 2026 — Järlåsa Blues, Järlåsa, SE

## The Band

- Charlie Westman — Guitar
- Wilmer Karlsten — Vocals / Guitar
- Linus Hasselkvist — Bass
- Malte Myrsell — Drums

## Awards & Press

- Lidingö Rock 2025: Winners — One of Stockholm's biggest annual rock competitions
- Hedemora Blues Jam: "Topp 3 under vår tid här... Vilket jäkla röj" (Top 3 of our time here... What a hell of a show.)
- Bandit Rock Radio: "Man kan ju ana att det ligger en och annan Beatles-platta och Black Crowes-platta i samlingen." (You can tell there's more than one Beatles and Black Crowes record in the collection.)
- Väsby Rock Osignat Podcast: "Jäklar vad det svänger! Det där var riktigt bra tycker jag. Det där skulle jag vilja se live." (Damn, that swings! That was really good. I'd want to see them live.)
- Radio Home of Rock: "Great stuff!"
- Dusty Road Blues: "The Black Flakes Grabbarna från Stockholm som ställer skåp. Här har ni nästa generations musiker." (The Black Flakes — the guys from Stockholm who mean business. Here are your next-generation musicians.)

## FAQ

### What kind of music does The Black Flakes play?

Rock 'n' roll and blues rock. Drawing inspiration from The Rolling Stones, The Black Crowes, and B.B. King, the band brings that timeless sound to the Stockholm music scene.

### Where is The Black Flakes from?

The Black Flakes are from Stockholm, Sweden. The band formed in Stockholm, regularly playing live shows around Sweden.

### Who are the members of The Black Flakes?

The band has four members: Charlie Westman on guitar, Wilmer Karlsten on vocals and guitar, Linus Hasselkvist on bass, and Malte Myrsell on drums.

### What music has The Black Flakes released?

The Black Flakes released their debut album "Left My Map At The Bar" on March 14, 2025 on all major streaming platforms. The album features seven tracks: St. Louis, Big Love, Don't Know, Charming Thing, Three, Dr Jeebo, and A Part of Me. Their latest single "She's Gone" came out in February 2026.

### Where can I listen to The Black Flakes?

Stream The Black Flakes on Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube Music, and all major platforms. Find them on Spotify at open.spotify.com/artist/25buWxCnfhjF6xhv9HLkol.

### How can I stay updated on new music and tour dates?

Sign up for the newsletter at theblackflakes.beehiiv.com to get updates straight to your inbox. Follow on Instagram (@theblackflakes), TikTok (@theblackflakes), and YouTube (@theblackflakes6956).

## Past Live Shows

- May 30, 2026 — Huddinge Jazz & Blues, Stockholm, SE
- Feb 28, 2026 — The Node, Stockholm, SE
- Dec 6, 2025 — Lidingö Rock, Stockholm, SE
- Nov 29, 2025 — Geronimo's FGT, Stockholm, SE
- Sep 27, 2025 — 10an, Hjo, SE
- Sep 19, 2025 — S/S Marieholm, Gothenburg, SE
- Sep 13, 2025 — Sjödalsparken, Huddinge, Stockholm, SE
- Jul 23, 2025 — Stadshotellet, Hedemora, Hedemora, SE
- Jun 28, 2025 — Blues & Heritage Festival, Stockholm, SE
- May 24, 2025 — Huddinge Jazz & Blues, Stockholm, SE
- May 9, 2025 — Backyard Club, Falun, SE
- May 1, 2025 — Geronimo's FGT, Stockholm, SE
- Apr 12, 2025 — S/S Marieholm, Gothenburg, SE
- Mar 14, 2025 — BT Bar, Stockholm, SE
- Dec 5, 2024 — Stampen, Stockholm, SE
- Sep 21, 2024 — Stampen, Stockholm, SE
- Jul 3, 2024 — Stadshotellet, Hedemora, Hedemora, SE
- Jun 27, 2024 — House of Blues, Borlänge, SE
- May 18, 2024 — Patricia, Stockholm, SE
- Mar 8, 2024 — Stampen, Stockholm, SE
- Feb 3, 2024 — Hedemora Blues Jam, Hedemora, SE
- Dec 9, 2023 — Lidingö Rock, Stockholm, SE
- Aug 29, 2023 — S:ta Clara, Stockholm, SE
- Jul 14, 2023 — Club Probation, Stockholm, SE
- May 17, 2023 — Norrport, Stockholm, SE
- Apr 22, 2023 — Kulturnatt Stockholm, Stockholm, SE
- Feb 3, 2023 — Gården, Folkparken, Stockholm, SE
- Dec 1, 2022 — Kafe44, Stockholm, SE
- Oct 8, 2022 — Lidingö Rock, Stockholm, SE
- Sep 16, 2022 — Gården, Folkparken, Stockholm, SE
- Aug 27, 2022 — Club Probation, Stockholm, SE
- Jul 17, 2022 — Engelen, Stockholm, SE
- Jun 5, 2022 — Emergenza, Stockholm, SE
- May 18, 2022 — Bluesbaren, Stockholm, SE
- Mar 10, 2022 — Emergenza, Stockholm, SE
- Dec 11, 2021 — Kultopia, Huset, Stockholm, SE

## Contact

- Email: theblackflakes@gmail.com
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