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Calvin Harris highest paid DJ

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Scottish DJ Calvin Harris has topped the Forbes magazine's annual list of highest paid DJs.

The 29-year-old has earned an estimated $46 million over the past 12 months that came mostly from live performances on the road, endorsements, production deals and song royalties.

Last year's highest paid DJ Tiesto, who managed to increase his annual income from $22 million to $32 million, secured the second spot.

French DJ David Guetta, who earned $30 million, landed on third place, while Swedish House Mafia was fourth after earning $25 million.

Canadian DJ Deadmau5 rounded up the top five with a $21-million income.

 

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First Published: Aug 16 2013 | 3:42 PM IST

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