- The band's popularity and success
- The singer's experience and skill
- The size and scope of the tour
- The band's management and record label deals
With that said, here are some general salary ranges for rock band singers:
- Entry-level rock band singers: $20,000 - $40,000 per year
- Mid-level rock band singers: $40,000 - $80,000 per year
- Top-level rock band singers: $80,000 - $200,000+ per year
For example, some of the highest-paid rock band singers in the world include:
- Bono (U2): $260 million per year
- Bruce Springsteen: $81 million per year
- Paul McCartney (Beatles): $71 million per year