Band stan

The crossword question “Band stan is GROUPIE” is a word play on the phrase “Bandstand” and the term “Groupie”. A bandstand is a platform, often located in a park or other public area, where musical bands perform. A groupie, on the other hand, is a devoted fan of a particular band or musician who follows them from concert to concert. The answer to the crossword question is therefore “Groupie“, as it refers to a person who is passionate about music and likely to be found around bandstands, enjoying the performances of their favorite bands.