3. Adam Lambert ($6 million, tie)
Lambert was edged by Kris Allen in Season Eight, but he easily
out-earned
his rival thanks largely to 116 shows around the world in 12
months.
1. Carrie Underwood 20 Million
2. Adam Lambert 6 Million (tie)
2. Daughtry 6 Million (tie)
4. Fantasia Barrino 4 Million
5. Jordan Sparks 3 Million
6. Kelly Clarkson 2.5 Million
7. Jennifer Hudson 2 Million
8. Kellie Pickler 1.8 Million
9. Clay Aiken 1.5 Million
10. Katharine McPhee 1 Million (tie)
10. David Archuleta 1 Million (tie)
10. David Cook 1 Million (tie)
Methodology
These numbers are based on estimated pretax income earned from
May 2010 to May 2011,
before subtracting agent and manager fees. The
totals were compiled with the help of data
from Pollstar, RIAA and
others, as well as extensive interviews with industry insiders
including
managers, concert promoters, publicists, agents and, in some cases, the
musicians themselves. For more on the business of music, check out
Zack's Jay-Z biography,
Empire State of Mind.
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