Multi talented DJ and Producer Calvin Harris has topped the Forbes 2014 Electronic Cash Kings. The Scottish-born producer racked in a hefty $66m (£39.8m) in just 12 months. The talented DJ also earned more than rapper Jay Z and beat rivals such as David Guetta and Tiesto. He also saw his earnings increase by $20m, having taken home $46m in 2012-13.
David Guetta follows Harris in second place with $30m, while Tiësto and Avicii both came in joint third place on the list, after earning $28m. Steve Aoki caps off the top five with $23m.
Forbes Electronic Cash Kings takes into account earning from live shows, endorsements, record sales as well as merchandise.
Forbes “Electronic Cash Kings” 2014:
1. Calvin Harris, $66 million
2. David Guetta, $30 million
3. Avicii, $28 million (tie)
3. Tiësto, $28 million (tie)
5. Steve Aoki, $23 million
6. Afrojack, $22 million
7. Zedd, $21 million
8. Kaskade, $17 million
9. Skrillex, $16.5 million
10. Deadmau5, $16 million
11. Hardwell, $13 million
12. Armin van Buuren, $12 million (tie)
12. Steve Angello, $12 million (tie)
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