On Set List, we came across the most successful albums and artists based on awards, nominations, and certifications. I'm curious, though, as to how receptive those most successful artists fair before a live audience.
In this post, I will share my curiosity based on concert attendance.
Top Five
Vasco Rossi - Italian singer-songwriter
July 1, 2017 ... Audience - 220,000
Glay - Japanese rock band
July 31, 1999 ... Audience - 200,000
Paul McCartney
April 21, 1990 ... Audience - 184,000
Tina Turner
January 16, 1988 ... Audience - 180,000
Frank Sinatra
January 26, 1980 ... Audience - 175,000
Complete Five
Madonna
November 6, 1993 ... Attendance - 120,000
*Due fairness - Madonna's concert on August 29, 1987 brought in an audience total of 130,000. As fans note, Madonna truly is the "Queen of Pop."
Michael Jackson
September 20, 1996 ... Attendance - 120,000
*Due fairness ... Michael Jackson's concert on September 11, 1988 brought in an audience total of 125,000. His other noted concert on September 7, 1996 brought in an audience total of 123,000. Michael Jackson will always be a legendary icon.
U2
July 15, 1987 ... Attendance - 115,000
*Due fairness ... U2's concert on September 20, 1997 brought in an audience total of 150,000. From The Police to U2, simply legendary and timeless.
Grateful Dead
September 3, 1977 ... Attendance - 107,019
Ricky Martin
November 25, 1017 ... Attendance - 100,000
(Source - Wikipedia)
...To be continued
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