For the second consecutive year, the Rolling Stones have come top of the list of the wealthiest people in the American music industry. Mick Jagger and his bandmates earned $150.6 million in 2006, according to a study by Forbes magazine. The biggest source of income was the band's A Bigger Bang world tour. Country music is extremely popular in the United States, which is one reason why Tim McGraw and Faith Hill share second place on the list, with a combined income of $132 million for 2006. In third place is Rascal Flatts, with an income of $110.5. Acts who went on tour were the biggest earners. Here is the Top Ten: 2. Tim McGraw and Faith Hill $132m 3. Rascal Flatts $110.5m 5. Barbara Streisand $95.8m 6. Kenny Chesney $90.1m 8. Bon Jovi $77.5m 9. Nickelback $74.1m 10. Dave Matthews Band $60.4m Source: Forbes magazine |