Garth Brooks And More Land On “Billboard’s” Moneymakers List

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Have you ever wondered which artists are making the most money these days? Well, “Billboard” has the answer. The magazine just released their 2018 Moneymakers list, featuring the 50 Highest Paid Musicians of the Year.

Not surprising, Garth Brooks is the top country artist on the list, landing at number two with $52.2 million, $46.7 million of which comes from touring. Other country artists landing high on the list include: Luke Bryanat 15 ($21 million), Florida Georgia Line at 16 ($20.9 million), Eric Church at 19 ($19.4) and Chris Stapleton at 21 ($17.9 mil).

As for who holds the top spot, that would be U2, with $54.4 million, most of which, $52 million, is from touring. 

“Billboard” Top Ten Highest Paid Musicians of 2018
(click here for the complete Top 20)

1. U2
2. Garth Brooks
3. Metallica
4. Bruno Mars
5. Ed Sheeran
6. Lady Gaga
7. Billy Joel
8. Guns N’ Roses
9. Roger Waters
10. Coldplay

Source: Billboard