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Top 10 Touring Artists Of 2022
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Top 10 Touring Artists Of 2022

After the pandemic ground the live music industry to a halt, this year has seen a revival of people returning to live events in droves. Here's a look at the top 10 touring artists of the year. Statistics are courtesy of Billboard Boxscore and take into consideration events that took place between November 1st, 2021, and October 31st, 2022. The revenue numbers listed are in millions of dollars. 10. The Weeknd Revenue: $131 Total Attendees: 904, 744 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4NRXx6U8ABQ 9. Kenny Chesney Revenue: $135 Total Attendees: 1,299,282 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pksszku7l0g 8. Def Leppard & Motley Crue Revenue: $173.4 Total Attendees: 1,313,207 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0UIB9Y4OFPs 7. Red Hot Chili Peppers Revenue:...
Star-Studded David Bowie Tribute Set For Saturday
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Star-Studded David Bowie Tribute Set For Saturday

A tribute to the legendary David Bowie, organized by a longtime collaborator, will take place on Saturday on what would have been his 75th birthday. A Bowie Celebration will mark the sixth anniversary of the icon's passing and is the second year in a row a live stream tribute is planned. According to a recent press release, performing alongside his alumni band, the lineup includes the likes of Noah Gallagher of Oasis, Def Leppard singer Joe Elliot, Duran Duran's Simon Le Bon, and a host of others. The performance was organized by Mark Garson and will live stream for a full 24 hours for anyone who purchases access. The evening will celebrate Bowie's legacy and the 35th anniversary of the classic film and album, Labyrinth. Directed by Jim Henson and with George Lucas as executive pro...