Top 10 Best Music Fan Bases

You do not just listen to an artist. You stream the comeback at odd hours, learn the chants, defend the deep cuts, and somehow turn a comment section into a full-blown pep rally before breakfast. The best music fan bases turn admiration into action, giving artists the kind of support that can push songs, videos, tours, and online polls into serious motion.

This list is for the fandoms that show up loudly, lovingly, and with enough organized energy to make casual listeners wonder if there was a meeting they missed. Cast your vote for the fan base you think deserves the top spot, because bragging rights are nice, but winning them with numbers is much more fun.

The Top Ten

Dears (Dimash Kudaibergen)

We just started this year all over the world because he was just made known to us in 2017. Give us time. Even now, we are surprisingly multiplying all over. We support Dimash K. in whatever, whenever, 24/7 because we are all around the globe. And that's why we're the best fan base. We're everywhere.
The best singer to be made known to the world in 2017. We love him for his unequivocally unique vocals, his emotional transmission through his singing that touches your soul, his charm, his warmth toward everyone that crosses his path, his maturity for such a young man, his focus, his drive. Just listen to him...

Dears, or Dimash's Dears, is the best music fanbase. We support Dimash 24/7. We make him number one in every poll in no time because nobody can compete with Dimash. He is a genius and brilliant in everything: singing, performing, dancing, and communicating with Dears.
He is loving and caring. There is a strong connection between us, which makes him the most powerful man in the world.
Geng Fans (Han Geng)
E.L.F. (Super Junior)

We are the Everlasting Friends of Super Junior! We are not only fans but also their friends. We laugh, cry, and joke together. Because there is Super Junior, there are ELFs, and because there are ELFs, Super Junior is eternal!

They care for us in a way I believe cannot be expressed in words. Their dedication to us in all they do shows me how much they love us. The way they humble themselves every time, thanking and bowing on every stage, through all the kinds of adversity they have been through, shows they are not arrogant. Their desire to give their very best in every situation, good or bad, shows their dedication.
The quiet way they stand by each other, the way they support each other through thick and thin, shows me the depth of their brotherhood. The way they treat us - we know, we feel the love they've never managed to explain. Because Super Junior never planned to build a fandom even from the very beginning. No. They desired a family. And that is who I am. Who I am proud to be.
I am an E.L.F. And I will stand by my boys forever.
Cassiopeia (TVXQ, DBSK)

We fight because we love. That's the only thing. Albeit some may love in a wrong way that hurts others, we always have differing opinions, but the boys' interests are always at heart. It's hard, but Jaejoong said time will heal everything. He said he wishes that the world could be covered in snow so there would be a time to forgive with clear purity. I think love will heal everything too. Please love and don't hate. No idea what's in store for the future, but nothing is wrong with being optimistic, and certainly, nothing is wrong with loving. Hope keeps us going. Love keeps the people you love going. As a Cassiopeia, I will keep supporting my five boys, together or apart, so please always be happy.
VIP (BIGBANG)

Big Bang certainly is the one group that has had the biggest impact on me. They are people I look up to, and one of the many reasons I admire and respect them is that they have gotten where they are through their music, not by being the lovable type. I find all the members' personalities to be something I can look up to. They are free and beautiful, they invest so much effort into what they do, and they are really funny.
However, the one thing that helped them conquer K-pop was their MUSIC, not their good looks or personalities, etc. They didn't promote perfection but music - that's also the reason you see them so rarely on variety shows. I remember G-Dragon said in an interview that they didn't become better by appearing on shows, and that is their goal: becoming better, great performance, good music. I also remember Taeyang once said he wanted to "stand on any stage in the world and not be ashamed. That's the kind of singer I want to be."
I respect Big Bang. I love Big Bang. They made me love them through their songs and messages. And I'm also thankful for always taking care of me. Because Big Bang makes the kind of music I can listen to anytime. I'm not a big fan of K-pop, but these guys' music is at a totally different level.
Sones (SNSD)

Sones are always supportive of our dear girls. It doesn't matter if they don't receive any awards (though it would still be good if they did win), as we know that they have done their best. It hurts us to see them working so hard and being so tired all the time.
We believe in Soshibond. We believe in the bond between the girls and us, Sones.
Right now, it's Girls' Generation.
From now on, it's Girls' Generation.
Forever, it's Girls' Generation.

I'm proud to be a Sone. Why are they only #7? They deserve to be #1 or #2. They are the #2 best group band in Korea, so they should be at least #2. They are the #1 girl band in Korea, and they are one of the best group bands of all time!
TripleS (SS501)

I liked SS501 maybe because the first Korean song that I heard was one of their songs. At that time, they were the first and only handsome, young, cute, and pretty-faced boy band I knew. But after a while, I watched more music videos and started to know more bands.
I understood that these five are not the only handsome, young, cute, and pretty faces in Korea. There are many more bands that are really famous, and it isn't just "MY SS501." Now, it's been three years since I watched my first Korean music video, and I like it very much. I like the singers more. I don't know what's happening right now with SS501, and I don't know how many bands and singers will be added to the Korean music industry. All I know is, I will always be a fan of SS501, and I hope they always stay as "501," like what they wanted to be at first.
Shawol (SHINee)

Shawol forever... The contemporary band represents the team that suggests and leads the trend that suits the current world in all areas, including music, dance, and fashion. Just like the title "contemporary band," SHINee will present their unique and trendy music while maintaining contemporary images in dance and fashion.
Additionally, the name of the group, SHINee, is a coined word composed by adding the noun suffix "ee" to the word "Shine." It is interpreted as "the person who receives the light," or in other words, "the person in the limelight." This name also embodies SHINee's great ambition to mesmerize a multitude of music fans across ages and borders with a wide variety of music. Love SHINee.
Idiots (Green Day)

I would be happier about this, but American Idiot is pretty much their last good album. Dookie was the single best album of all time. I'll consider myself a Dookie. Green Day turned too "poppy" for me now.

Damn, so many K-pop fans. Let's make a change for once. This is the only time I've been proud of being called an idiot. Haha, and yeah, unlike Directioners, we are fans for the music and not just the looks.
I mean, come on, even if 1D releases an extremely crappy song, the fans will still adore them just because they apparently look cute? Well, hey, at least 1D is gone. Too bad the members are still in the music industry. - Scarr441
Little Monsters (Lady Gaga)

We will always stand by her! Since her worldwide release, she has given her best and made the impossible become possible for us, Monsters! She's always trying to make us happy and has always fought for our rights!
She even tried to break society's rules to make "unusual" people feel equal and integrated! We all owe Lady Gaga so much! Paws up forever!

Little Monsters rule forever! Best fanbase in the world! I love Lady Gaga and Little Monsters. We're beautiful in our own way because God makes no mistakes.
We're on the right track, baby, we were born this way! Monster for life. Xoxoxox.

The Newcomers

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Stinc Icons (Jeff Stinco)

My opinion is that we're worrying too much about what people think of Jeff Stinco. We're Stinc Icons, not Stink Icons.
If we're in love with Jeff Stinco and we shed light on his beautifully amazing voice, then that's awesome! If you love Jeff Stinco and have others say they love him too, great! You truly love Jeff Stinco because you're stincing it for him, which means you're obsessed with him, but not in a parasocial way (lol).
Let's not judge people, except for bearded men on the internet who post fake nudes of him online. It's disgusting! As Stinc Icons, we're judged all the time just for loving Jeff Stinco. Why do that to innocent people?
Anyways, Stinc Icons are the best fan base ever. Let's make us number one on the list next to the Dimash fans and the Super Junior fans. Please, #MakeJeffStincoASingerAgain.
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Firebreathers (Imagine Dragons)

Imagine Dragons is the best band ever.

The Contenders

Blackjacks (2NE1)

Blackjacks know what TRUE MUSIC is. Although some idols have bigger fanbases, Blackjacks are more solid and true to their faith in 2NE1. Every Blackjack knows that 2NE1 is the BEST because their music is universal. "Music has no language," says CL. And that's the very reason why there are TRUE BLACKJACKS worldwide. Blackjacks and 2NE1 know what true LOVE is!

2NE1 is cool, funny, kind, and cute! They've got the most amazing songs. As a Blackjack, I'm never tired of listening to their songs. Their stage performances are always great! They've got the killer fashion style! How can you not love such a band? They're awesome! I'm proud of being a fan of 2NE1!
Stans (Eminem)

Eminem has helped me through so much in my life. I love him. On the other hand, a really annoying fanbase is Taylor Swift's. It's a bunch of teenage girls trying to act like they have a hard life.

Marshall has helped us so much through our lives and our problems. He can make us laugh, think, or cry. Even though I know there are better rappers out there, STAN FOREVER.

Eminem is the only god that's proven to exist. Just saying. Not against religion, though.
One Directioners (One Direction)

A Directioner is a dedicated fan of the British-Irish boy band One Direction. These fans are known for their strong support of the band's five members: Niall Horan, Louis Tomlinson, Liam Payne, Harry Styles, and Zayn Malik. Directioners contributed significantly to the band's massive global success and... read more

This is true! Us Directioners defend our boys with love and all we can, but that doesn't make us bad people. We don't all get along, and I know this because Directioners fight over stupid things they don't agree on, but we get over it.
One Direction has done much more for people than they think, and it's too bad they don't get to meet everyone. I understand their busy schedule, and I know all the rest of us Directioners do too. I know that we remember each time they post a thank you on Twitter, every video diary, and I know that we will never forget the day one of the boys followed us.
Some of us left for other bands, or because of accidents that happened, but true Directioners stick together no matter what.
Lovatics (Demi Lovato)

Lovatics are perhaps the most supportive and loving people ever. We are the best fanbase. We may not have broken the Vevo record like Smilers did, but #LovaticsBrokeVevo. Who needs to break a record when you can break the company? That's the power of Lovatics.
We stay strong for Demi because she stays strong for us. The support and bond between Demi and her fans is unbelievable.

Yes, some of us are obnoxious, but we all have crazy ones in our fanbases. Lovatics support Demi no matter what others say. I don't know about the rest, but I don't attack other fanbases. I just state my opinions. If you're going to pick a fight with me, I will defend Demi and my fellow Lovatics.
Hottests (2PM)

Many say HOTTEST is the hardest fandom. I never knew this until I've known more about 2PM and the HOTTEST. I can say that it's true. It's the hardest, yet it's the best. The bond between 2PM and the HOTTEST is unbreakable. How the Hottest loves and supports 2PM despite the many controversies and issues they've been through. How 2PM loves the Hottest despite the intrigues and the bad things that happen between them.
The fact that 2PM was almost broken just months after they debuted and the fact that the Hottest stood tall for them and never gave up. The tears, the pain, and all the hurt 2PM had felt. The real HOTTEST are there to support them, to hold them, and to love them.
That's why 2PM and Hottest are stronger than ever. We are never going down. 2PM and Hottest will remain forever.
I love being a Hottest because HOTTEST knows how to LOVE and RESPECT other fandoms. It's because 2PM also knows how to LOVE and RESPECT other idols. We are one in everything! HOTTEST AND 2PM always remember LOVE and RESPECT!
2PM don't STOP, can't STOP!
Fatinistic (Fatin Shidqia)

It is one of the things she is known for. It's sad that some just don't know enough yet comment, or merely dismiss her because she has a fantastic voice as well. They somehow forget what she was originally known for, which was singing from a very young age with the soul of an experienced adult. The emotion and passion she sang with were so authentic and palpable.

Willingness and sincerity are our symbols, Fatinistic. We will support Shidqia Fatin anytime and anywhere, in joy and sorrow. Because we are the best fans in the world's fanbase.
Jackson's (Michael Jackson)

I am such a big Moonwalker. I have spoken to other Moonwalkers, and we treat each other like family. Michael is NOT a god to us. He even said that himself. He is someone we look up to because of all the issues he brought up that are happening in modern-day society. He's broken records for supporting the most charities and donating the most money, half a billion dollars! He did that from the bottom of his heart. Every Moonwalker wants to make the world a better place and stop harming our planet.
During the last days of his life, he was honestly so concerned for our planet and what would happen to it in the next four years. Then, he left us, as if to leave it to us to heal the world. His lyrics speak to everyone. They are meaningful lyrics. He went through so much that he shouldn't have had to go through, but he was very strong. Not to mention, he is the best singer and dancer to have lived.
Some Moonwalkers can be annoying and bring up weird things, but I'm personally against those who ruin our fanbase. Michael considered all of us blood-related. I can't even talk about how much he cared for us.
Swifties (Taylor Swift)

Taylor actually saved me when I was going through a hard time, and I will stay by her side until the very end. She's taught me so much and she tries really hard to connect with her fans through meet-and-greets and chats after tour venues. She's a rose among thorns in the music industry, and I love her.
As for our fanbase, the Swifties, I really love it because we're a close fanbase. It doesn't matter when you become a Swiftie. We'll still welcome you and treat you like anyone else. The majority are really kind and funny, and I've met some amazing friends. Like someone above said, we all stick together. And I love everyone in my fandom. I wouldn't ask for anything to change.
EXOtics (EXO)

EXO is the first band that has made me dying to run home and listen to their music instead of chatting with my friends! Their songs really grabbed my attention, and I couldn't stop listening to "Overdose" when I first heard it, even though I had no idea who EXO was back then. I just referred to them as "those 12 people," but now I'm obsessed with them. I've only actually known about them for a short period of time, but it feels like a lifetime. Before, I would definitely say, "K-pop isn't my style," but I have discovered that it actually is my style.
EXO has been nominated for many global awards, and I have noticed that in many cases, EXO is the only Asian group. This makes me feel especially proud to be an EXOtic.
Although it's only been about two years since their debut, EXO has risen to become a phenomenal group that has many fans spanning across the globe. Every member has his own strengths, and their performances create this kind of harmony. It makes me feel powerful, worthwhile, and reassured at the same time.
Yet another thing I like about this particular group is that it has members from different areas of the world. Four of them are Chinese, Kris is from Canada, and the rest are Korean. As sub-units, EXO-K and EXO-M are very good, but when everyone is present, my breath is taken away.
A lot of bad things have happened to them recently, but I will always support them. EXO, WE ARE ONE!
Musers (Muse)

It's nearly impossible to describe what being a Muser is like for anyone outside of the fandom to relate to. Basically, Musers are a unit, a team, a family, plain and simple. We aren't collectively joined because we find the Muse members 'hot'. It is because we all share the same love of the music.
We aren't deluded or feel the need to thrust our fandom into others' faces. We are considerate and respect everyone. I haven't yet encountered a Muser I genuinely dislike, and that's because we all understand that there is no need for antagonism. We not only love the band. We love, care for, and respect each other. It is for this reason that Musers are the best, all-around fandom. We are Musers, and we follow the example set by the kindest, funniest, and most talented men in the music industry today.
Galaxy Defenders (McFly)

I think they are the best band ever. Their music style is truly unique. They compose most of their songs, do their own arrangements, and the band has such a nice sense of brotherhood and friendship. Danny's voice is so fantastic and deep, and it really sounds good in contrast with Tom's, which is high and just so rich. Dougie also sings. His voice is unique! And Harry is such an amazing drummer.
They are my true idols. They are the only people in the world who really understand me. They are everything. They help me in difficult moments. They make me laugh in bad times, when I would otherwise just cry. I really love my idols, and I always will. They changed my life for the better. Since 2006 - forever.
Jovi Nation (Bon Jovi)

My friend loves Bon Jovi, so I'm getting her a Bon Jovi shirt for her birthday.

I have not heard of most of the bands that are ranked higher on this list.
Westlifers (Westlife)

I only love Westlife in the music industry! We will always love and support them forever, even if they're going to split up. Westlife is our life. They will always be Westlife for us.
They are good in voices, attitudes, and love. They are devoted to their partners. Westlife is more than just our idols. They are family for us! #WestlifeForever

I've always been a Westlife fan since childhood. While most kids ages 7-17 are listening to trashy singers like Justin Bieber, all I listened to was Westlife until I got over the fact that they had already split. I still support them, though.
Avrileros (Avril Lavigne)

Little Black Stars is such a great fanbase. Nobody insults other artists, which is great, and they only care about Avril and her music. Of course, we listen to other artists too, but we never insult Lady Gaga, Katy Perry, etc. We also don't treat Avril like a goddess, which most of the fanbases do, like Directioners, Beliebers, etc. But we have some negative things too. We don't support Avril that much, even though some of us try.

We love Avril very much. She helps some of us through bad times, always supports us, inspires us with her talent, teaches us many important things, and we are also always there for her. She is our Queen. She is our angel. We appreciate her so much, and she appreciates us very much, too.
Smashblast (Sm*sh)

We are Smashblast, and we always support SMASH. We have a perfect idol. Keep supporting SMASH and always respect others. Always say peace.

We are Smashblast. We always support them, our stars, our motivation, our inspiration, and all. They are only one SMASH.
Smashblast. Smashblast. Oey.

We have one award, a MAMA award. Smashblast is a fanbase of peace and love, and we are proud of SMASH Indonesia.