The Rolling Stones lead the pack of highest-earning entertainers, with a pocket full of $88 million in income between June 2006 and June 2007, according to
Forbes. The US money/business magazine credits the large earnings from the band's successful A Bigger Band world-tour, which grossed $437 million. The Rolling Stones ability to cross-over and have huge followings in other countries also helped. Hip-hop mogul Jay-Z came in second place with earnings that tallied at $88 million, while Material Mom Madonna followed at third with an income of $72 million.The full top 10 music earners between June 2006-June 2007:1. The Rolling Stones - $88m2. Jay-Z - $83m3. Madonna - $72m4. Bon Jovi - $67m5. Sir Elton John - £53m6. Celine Dion - $45m7. Tim McGraw - $37m8. 50 Cent - $33m9. U2 - $30m10. P Diddy - $23m
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