David Bowie – $100 million
Greatest Hits: Changes, Space Oddity, Modern Love
Over 140 million albums were sold by David Bowie worldwide, earning ten Platinum certifications for his many hit songs. He was known for visual presentation and the reinvention of a clear style. Ziggy Stardust, an androgynous, daring pop legend, is he alter ego. When he was very young, Bowie, born in South London, started studying art and music. In 1983, he launched his music career, releasing Space Oddity. Before his sudden death at sixty-two, he married the supermodel Iman. He’s still an iconic rock and glam rock artist.
David Bowie – $100 Million
Glenn Frey – $200 million
Greatest Hits: Tequila Sunrise, Lyin’ Eyes, James Dean
Glenn Frey became the lead singer of The Eagles (and their guitarist as well). A number of the best-known songs he wrote, including “Tequila Sunrise,” “Lyin’ Eyes,” “Take It Easy,” “New Kid in Town,” and more. He went solo afterward since the Eagles broke up in 1980. No Fun Aloud was his debut. He had many hits, including “Blues Smuggler,” “The Heat Is On,” “Sexy Girl,” and more, reaching the top 40s. In New York City, he died at 67.
Glenn Frey – $200 Million
