The Rolling Stones earn more than the others on private concerts

Aug 08, 2009
The Rolling Stones turned out to be the priciest performers for private concerts. According to the reports by British media, rock band charges £5 million for one show and refuses to play private concerts unless it is already on tour.

Kylie Minogue and Sir Elton John are second in this list with the price of £2 million for one gig. However, Sir Elton is known for donating all of his earnings to his charity Elton John AIDS Foundation.

US singer Christina Aguilera is fourth with £1.5 million for a show, followed by George Michael, whose concerts cost £1.3 million. Private shows by Amy Winehouse, Sir Paul McCartney, Leona Lewis and Jennifer Lopez cost about £1 million.