The bulk of McCartney’s touring fortunes came from the U.S., having grossed $98.8 million.  Sir Paul isn’t going to stop now as he plans to hit the road again in 2003. 

Classic Rockers dominated Billboard’s Boxscores’ list again this year. 

The Rolling Stones won’t confirm their totals but Boxscores estimates that they brought in $90 million during 2002. 

Cher’s farewell tour also lands at the top of the list with $67.6 million. 

Following close behind the joint Billy Joel and Elton John arena tour grossed $66 million.  Dave Matthews Band grossed an estimated $52.8 million with Neil Diamond nipping at their feet with a total of $52.2 million. 

Here is a list of some of the other Top Grossing Tours of 2002.

Britney Spears - $43.7 million
Creed - $37.3 million
Aerosmith- $36.3 million
The Eagles $34.9 million
Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young - $34.9 million
'N Sync -$33 million
The Who - $28.6 million
Jimmy Buffett - $27.7 million
Ozzfest  - $24.5 million.
Barry Manilow - $23.9 million
Bruce Springsteen & the E Street Band - $22.2 million
Blink-182/Green Day - $20 million
 

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