Paul Westerberg – $9 million
Greatest Hits: Backlash, Dyslexic Heart
In the 80s, alt-rock star Paul Westerberg formed part of the alt-rock band The Replacements. A solo career began after the band dissolved. While serving as a janitor, he joined The Replacements. He heard the band perform, followed the music, and talked about how to join the band. By informing the lead singer that his fellow members would fire him, he managed to get into the band, pushing the singer to leave. This very unorthodox move succeeded, and it was wildly successful for The Replacements.
Paul Westerberg
Robert Johnson – $500,000 (estate)
Greatest Hits: Terraplane Blues, Come On In My Kitchen
Robert Johnson is considered one of the founders of the blues and a master of the Delta blues. His life was not well-documented, but his music lives on, and legends encircle his legacy. He only participated in a few recording sessions, making 29 songs that did not become popular during his lifetime. After Johnson’s death, the songs were released by producer Don Law as singles. Other musicians borrowed his guitar style and lyrics, and he became famous for his fame. Johnson was honored by musicians, including Keith Richards and Bob Dylan.
Robert Johnson
