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Good Question: Which Musicians Make The Most On Tour?

MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) - The Rolling Stones have been touring 53 years, with their first gig was in London in 1962.  Over that time, they've joined a small group of artists who've pulled in more $1 billion going on the road.

So, which musical acts have made the most on tour? Good Question.

According to Billboard Boxscore, the Rolling Stones top the list from 1990-2014 with $1.6 billion from almost 20 million tickets.

U2 is right behind them with $1.5 billion and just over 20 million tickets.

Rounding out the rest of the list:

  1. Bruce Springsteen
  2. Madonna
  3. Bon Jovi
  4. Elton John
  5. Dave Matthews Band
  6. Celine Dion
  7. Kenny Chesney
  8. The Eagles
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