It must be very frustrating for a singer like Katy Perry or Jay-Z to make less money than a DJ. On the other hand, it must be incredibly thrilling for Calvin Harris to be the world’s highestpaid disc jockey, who made $46 million in one year.
According to Forbes, he is at the top of the list of highest grossing DJs, earning more than many talented band members and solo singers. The report refers to the fortunes that the world’s top DJs have made from June 1, 2012 until June 1, 2013. The numbers are insane, with the last two names in the top having made $13 million each in this timeframe.
1. Calvin Harris – $46 million
2. Tiesto – $32 million
3. David Guetta – $30 million
4. Swedish House Mafia – $25 million
5. Deadmau5 – $21 million
6. Avicii – $20 million
7. Afrojack – $18 million
8. Armin van Buuren – $17 million
9. Skrillex – $16 million (tie)
9. Kaskade – $16 million (tie)
11. Steve Aoki – $14 million
12. DJ Pauly D – $13 million (tie)
12. Diplo – $13 million (tie)
