EDM Fortunes: The Highest Paid DJs of 2023

Discover the dynamic world of electronic dance music as we dive into the lives and fortunes of the Top 10 Highest Paid DJs in the world for 2023. From iconic collaborations to groundbreaking albums, these DJs have not only shaped the EDM landscape but also amassed incredible wealth along the way.

10. Armin van Buuren – $55 Million

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• • Dutch DJ Armin van Buuren, has an estimated net worth of $55 million. During his career he has earned accolades like 3 DJ Awards and 27 International Dance Music Awards.
  • Known for his progressive house singles, Armin began his DJing career in 1996 and put his education on hold to focus on music.

9. Paul van Dyk – $60 Million

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• • Grammy-winning DJ Paul van Dyk is still contributing to his net worth of $60 million.
  • Known for his interest in politics, he released the acclaimed album “The Politics of Dancing.”

8. Paul Oakenfold – $65 Million

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• • A veteran English DJ, Paul Oakenfold, has a career dating back to the 1970s. Over which he has remixed over 100 hits and holds a net worth of $65 million.
  • His extensive remixes and contributions to the music industry keep him among the wealthiest DJs.

7. Thomas Bangalter – $70 Million

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• • One half of Daft Punk and pioneer of French Filter House music, Thomas Bangalter, also boasts a net worth of $70 million.
  • Beyond music, he excels as a film director and cinematographer, contributing to his wealth.

6. Guy-Manuel de Homem-Christo – $70 Million

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• • The other half of Daft Punk, Guy-Manuel de Homem-Christo, shares the stage with Thomas Bangalter and has a net worth of $70 million.

• • Known for co-producing hits like “Around the World” and “Get Lucky,” he remains a wealthy figure in the DJ world.

 

5. Afrojack – $60 Million

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• • Dutch DJ Afrojack, born Nick van de Wall, gained fame with hits like “Take Control Over” and collaborates with artists like David Guetta and Madonna.
  • His estimated net worth is $60 million, primarily from playing at gigs and music production.

 

4. David Guetta – $85 Million

• • French DJ David Guetta, with over 10 million album units sold, is a music industry powerhouse.
  • His $85 million net worth comes from high-profile collaborations, chart-topping hits, and being one of the most booked DJs in the past decade.

 

 

3. Steve Aoki – $120 Million

• • Miami-born Steve Aoki, a global sensation, averages over 277 performances annually and has a net worth of approximately $120 million.
  • Beyond his DJ career, Aoki is a philanthropist and founder of the Aoki Foundation. He also looks to grow his wealth with investments in private companies like SpaceX and Uber.

2. DJ Tiësto – $170 Million

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• • Dutch sensation DJ Tiësto, known as the “Godfather of EDM,” boasts a net worth of $170 million.
  • With a career spanning three decades, he explores new avenues, earning acclaim as “The Greatest DJ of All Time” and winning a Grammy Award.

 

1. Calvin Harris – $300 Million

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• • Calvin Harris, born Adam Richard Wiles, emerged in the mid-2000s with hits like “The Girls” and “Acceptable in the 80s.”
  • His third studio album, “18 Months,” propelled him to international stardom. Since then he reigns as not only one of the highest paid DJs in 2023 but also the richest DJ with a staggering net worth of $300 million.

These highest paid DJs of 2023 have not only shaped the EDM scene but have also become financial powerhouses. Furthermore proving that their beats resonate not only on the dance floor but also in the world of wealth and success. You definitely do not want to miss a performance by one of these icons. The best way to catch one of these artists is at one of the nightclubs visited on our LA CLUB CRAWLS.  Check out our weekly lineups and book your next epic experience!

 

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