It is now time to answer the age old question….
Which musican really did make the most money in 2009?!
Starting at number five we have
The country music super star grossed $65 million in 2009. Although his record sales weren’t the best, Kenny has loyal fans and made his cash this year through touring.
4. Coldplay
In 2008 the alternative rock band “Coldplay” released their album “Viva La Vida” which was the top selling cd that year. Most of the band’s grossed $70 million made in 2009 was from a tour of that album through sixteen countries.
Bruce Springsteen had the fourth highest selling tour in 2008 and made his $72 million by performing during the half time show of Super Bowl XLIII and by signing a deal with Walmart to sell his greatest hit album.
2. Beyoncé
In 2009 alone,Beyoncé managed to rake in $87 million! All that money must be from this pop starts double album release, clothing line, starring in TWO movies and a one hundred and ten day tour! Her $87 million is more than double what hubby Jay-z made!
and the winner is………………..
1. Madonna!
This superstars $110 million came from her international tour for her album “Hard Candy.” It was the highest-grossing international tour of 2008-2009.
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