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    Battle Of The Fans: Capital FM's Top 10 Fan Bases In Pop Music

    Following the ultimate battle of the fans in which the world's biggest pop star fan bases tried to prove why they're the best, Capital FM counts down the top ten fan bases in the world.

    1. Fans at a concert

      1. Introduction: Battle Of The Fans - The Top Ten Countdown

      We asked you via Twitter and Facebook to tell us why your fan base is the best. We received THOUSANDS of supportive tweets and comments for your artists. So without further ado, here is our ultimate top ten countdown of the BEST fans in the world.

    2. JLS live in London being mobbed by fans

      2. 10. JLSters (Fan Base Of JLS)

      Aston, Oritse, Marvin and JB pose with a group their fans, who ensured JLS made it into the top ten fan groups by repeatedly tweeting @CapitalOfficial with '#JLStersOnCapital'. 'Everybody In Love' doesn't do it justice. Click next to see some of the amazing fan pictures sent in by the JLSters.

    3. JLS fan picture

      3. 10. JLSters (Fan Base Of JLS)

      One JLSter tweeted @CapitalOfficial a picture of all the train tickets they've used to follow their favourite band around the world. That's dedication for you. #Proud

    4. JLS fans surround Capital FM studios

      4. 10. JLSters (Fan Base Of JLS)

      Security at Capital FM towers had their work cut out for them as JLSters gathered at the studio entrance to catch a glimpse (or in some cases cop a feel) of their musical heroes.

    5. Adam Lambert with fans

      5. 9. Glamberts (Fan Base Of Adam Lambert)

      Adam Lambert's devoted fan base are next after we received hundreds of #GlambertsOnCapital tweets, as well as some 'interesting' pictures...

    6. Adam Lambert fan tattoo

      6. 9. Glamberts (Fan Base Of Adam Lambert)

      A fan tweeted @CapitalOfficial this picture of their tattoo to show their devotion to the 'Never Close Our Eyes' star, proving that Glamberts have 'No Boundaries' when it comes to supporting their American Idol.

    7. Adam Lambert fan picture

      7. 9. Glamberts (Fan Base Of Adam Lambert)

      This fan paid £115 for the necklace designed by Adam Lambert for youth charity 'The Trevor Project'.

    8. katy Perry with fans

      8. 8. KatyCats (Fan Base Of Katy Perry)

      Katy Perry is mobbed by a group of fans outside The X Factor studios in Dublin. KatyCats have been bombarding us with reasons why they're the best fans in the world all week. Read on for the evidence...

    9. Katy Perry Fan Tattoos

      9. 8. KatyCats (Fan Base Of Katy Perry)

      We received a host of #KatyCatsOnCapital tweets as well as pictures of tributes, such as a fan's Katy Perry tattoo here. Picture: Twitter

    10. katy Perry

      10. 8. KatyCats (Fan Base Of Katy Perry)

      Katy poses with a pair of devoted KatyCats at her perfume launch.

    11. Rihanna fans

      11. 7. RihannaNavy (Fan Base Of Rihanna)

      We were sent hundreds of #RihannaNavyOnCapital tweets as well as a host of fan pictures...

    12. Rihanna gets mobbed by fans in London

      12. 7. RihannaNavy (Fan Base Of Rihanna)

      A lucky fan gets the picture she's always wanted.

    13. Rihanna fans

      13. 7. RihannaNavy (Fan Base Of Rihanna)

      A super-fan sent us this picture of the shrine she has in her bedroom for 'The Only Girl In The World' as far as she's concerned.

    14. Lady Gaga with fans

      14. 6. LittleMonsters (Fan Base Of Lady Gaga)

      Lady Gaga, the queen of Twitter with over 26 million followers, has a devoted fan base who tweeted us #LittleMonstersOnCapital countless times, along with some body art that has to be seen to be believed...

    15. Lady Gaga Fan Face Tattoos

      15. 6. LittleMonsters (Fan Base Of Lady Gaga)

      They also sent in examples of why they think they're the number one fan base. Here is a fan's undisclosed body part adorned with the 'Born This Way' superstar's face. Picture: http.infostarcelebrity.blogspot.com

    16. Lady Gaga at Harvard

      16. 6. LittleMonsters (Fan Base Of Lady Gaga)

      'Mother Monster' is always praising her fans and always signs autographs and poses for pictures whenever she can.

    17. Lady Gaga protests

      17. 6. LittleMonsters (Fan Base Of Lady Gaga)

      Monsters are a worldwide fan base. Here Gaga fans protest against one of her concerts being banned by officials in Indonesia.

    18. Lady Gaga fan tattoo

      18. 6. LittleMonsters (Fan Base Of Lady Gaga)

      Another tattoo in honour of Lady Gaga that was sent to us, proving the Little Monsters well deserve their place in the top ten.

    19. The Wanted

      19. 5. TWFanmily (Fan Base Of The Wanted)

      The Wanted's loyal fan base come in at number five. Here Tom Parker and Siva Kaneswaran are greeted by a swarm of adoring female fans in Paris. Picture: WENN

    20. The Wanted Fans

      20. 5. TWFanmily (Fan Base Of The Wanted)

      Hoards of fans show their support for The Wanted at The Coca Cola Olympic Torch Relay Concert in Birmingham.

    21. The Wanted

      21. 5. TWFanmily (Fan Base Of The Wanted)

      Their fans are clearly thoughtful...as the boys arrived in LAX airport in Los Angeles they were made to feel at home with tins of Heinz Baked Beans bestowed on them by fans. Picture: PacifiCoastNews

    22. The Wanted

      22. 5. TWFanmily (Fan Base Of The Wanted)

      We were even sent a picture by a fan who's made their own board game on The Wanted! Picture: Twitter

    23. One Direction Fans

      23. 4. Directioners (Fan Base Of One Direction)

      In just one year One Direction have become one of the biggest bands on the planet and have one of the most devoted fan bases as well, the Directioners. We were literally bombarded with demands to name Directioners as the ultimate fan base in pop music. Click next to find out why they're worthy of number four in our top ten chart of fan bases.

    24. One Direction fans

      24. 4. Directioners (Fan Base Of One Direction)

      Some of One Direction's biggest fans organised a 2,000 person project to recreate the band's logo on a sports pitch to prove they are among the best fans in the world.

    25. One Direction Fans

      25. 4. Directioners (Fan Base Of One Direction)

      The 'What Makes You Beautiful' stars have a huge fan base already and constantly keep them updated on new shows and appearances on their official Twitter pages.

    26. One Direction Fans

      26. 4. Directioners (Fan Base Of One Direction)

      The 'Gotta Be You' stars have a hugely passionate fan base all over the world and are well on course to sell out their 2013 world tour...over eight months before it's even set to begin!

    27. Jessie J with fans

      27. 3. Heartbeats (Fan Base Of Jessie J)

      The 'Domino' star is hugely devoted to her Heartbeats, and often takes the time to take pictures and chat with them when she arrives early for shows or appearances. Picture: Flynet

    28. Jessie J fan tattoo

      28. 3. Heartbeats (Fan Base Of Jessie J)

      One of Jessie's biggest Heartbeats showed their devotion in Capital's battle of the fans by sending a picture of their tattoo featuring lyrics from her song 'Who You Are'.

    29. Jessie J fans

      29. 3. Heartbeats (Fan Base Of Jessie J)

      Jessie J is quoted as saying: "My fans are mental….they are the most incredible fan base that I have ever seen." Picture: Twitter

    30. Justin Bieber fans

      30. 2. Beliebers (Fan Base Of Justin Bieber)

      Justin Bieber has over 24 million followers who often dominate the trending charts on Twitter. Here Beliebers are seen waiting outside the European premiere of his concert documentary 'Never Say Never' hoping to catch a glimpse of their idol.

    31. justin Bieber gets mobbed at the airport

      31. 2. Beliebers (Fan Base Of Justin Bieber)

      The 'Never Say Never' singer is seen here stopping to meet and say hello to some of his fans after landing in the UK earlier this year to promote his new single 'Boyfriend'.

    32. Justin Bieber fan picture

      32. 2. Beliebers (Fan Base Of Justin Bieber)

      One huge fan tweeted us the picture of her Justin Bieber shrine, which included several concert tickets and guitar picks she had saved from his gigs. Picture: Twitter

    33. Justin Bieber fans outside Capital

      33. 2. Beliebers (Fan Base Of Justin Bieber)

      The 'As Long As You Love Me' singer's fans follow him across the globe. Here a group of Beliebers are camping overnight to get at the front of the queue for his gig.

    34. Justin Bieber Fans Tattoo

      34. 2. Beliebers (Fan Base Of Justin Bieber)

      A fan gets Justin Bieber's lyrics and signature tattooed on her body. Picture: Solent News

    35. Justin BIber

      35. 2. Beliebers (Fan Base Of Justin Bieber)

      Justin has a close relationship with the Beliebers and keeps in touch with them constantly on Twitter, where he often gives them world exclusives on his next single, artwork and tour dates as well as sending them personal messages and retweets.

    36. Question Mark

      36. Battle Of The Fans: Which Fan Base Will Take The Number One Spot?

      Click next to find out which fan base most impressed Capital FM with their dedication to their hero. We were bombarded with tweets and pictures by members of this fan community. So without further ado...

    37. Cheryl cole Fans

      37. 1. Soldiers (Fan Base Of Cheryl Cole)

      Cheryl has a close relationship with her fans, who she affectionately calls her Soldiers, and is often pictured signing autographs and posing for pictures before concerts or TV appearances.

    38. Cheryl Cole Shrine

      38. 1. Soldiers (Fan Base Of Cheryl Cole)

      We received HUNDREDS of pictures from Cheryl's fans of their shrines and reasons why they deserve to win. Here are just a few of our favourites.

    39. Cheryl Cole Tattoo

      39. 1. Soldiers (Fan Base Of Cheryl Cole)

      One Cheryl super fan sent in a picture of their tattoo featuring the words "Strength, Femininity & Independence" in honour of the 'Call My Name' singer. Picture: Twitter

    40. Cheryl Cole Shrine

      40. 1. Soldiers (Fan Base Of Cheryl Cole)

      Twitter user @stephcherylcole got involved in Capital's 'Battle Of The Fans' and shared a picture of her bedroom, which is covered ceiling to floor with posters of Cheryl.

    41. Cheryl Cole

      41. 1. Soldiers (Fan Base Of Cheryl Cole)

      They were the only fan base to get their hashtag trending and therefore deserve the number one spot in Capital's Battle Of The Fans. Congratulations Soldiers! Picture: Twitter

    42. Capital FM Summertime Ball fans at Wembley Stadium

      42. Thank You From Capital FM!

      Massive thanks to every fan who took part in Capital's Battle Of The Fans. We've loved hearing from JLS' JLSters, Adam's Glamberts, Katy's KatyCats, Rihanna's Navy, Gaga's LittleMonsters, The Wanted's TWFanmily, one Direction's Directioners, Jessie J's Heartbeats, Justin's Beliebers and Cheryl's Soldiers! Thank you too to Nicki Minaj's Barbz, Cher Lloyd's Bratz and Ed's Sheeranators, who narrowly missed out on the top ten.

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