EDM is making bank across the globe. As expected, the DJs that are keeping it alive are cashing in too. Forbes annual “Electronic Cash Kings” list was released this week and Scottish DJ and record producer Calvin Harris secured the top spot once again. Calvin Harris reportedly made $48.5 million in the last year. Forbes reports that his earnings to being in high demand as a producer, Las Vegas top DJ, and numerous music festival gigs. Others mentioned in the list included DJ Tiesto ($39 million), The Chainsmokers ($38 million), Skrillex ($30 million), Steve Aoki ($29.5 million), Diplo ($28.5 million), David Guetta ($25 million), Marshmello ($21 million), Martin Garrix ($19.5 million) and Zedd ($19 million). On last year’s list, Calvin Harris earned $63 million. It was his fourth time being at number one. Photo credit: Billboard
