Today it has been announced that Amy Lame will be the host of SUPERFANS! on BBC Radio 6 Music, starting in January 2026, which will tell the stories of artists’ careers through the words of their devoted fans. Episodes will focus on Charli xcx, Depeche Mode, Prince and The Smiths.
Amy says: “Every music enthusiast has a favourite band or artist, but some fans are bigger than others. As a dedicated Smiths fan, I understand the emotional journey that comes with passionate fandom. In my new series, SUPERFANS! for 6 Music, I’ll explore the intensity and complexity of fan culture, featuring insights from fans of Charli xcx, Prince, Depeche Mode, and, of course, The Smiths. From tattoos to pilgrimages, bootleg vinyl to social media blowups to overnight queues…I can’t wait to bring SUPERFANS! to the listeners.”