Metallica has solidified its status as the biggest metal band in the world by landing at number nine on Pollstar's Top 10 Worldwide Top Touring Artists list for 2024. The band generated $179.3 million in revenue from 24 concerts, with an average ticket price of $119.64. Despite their success, Metallica was surpassed by artists like Zach Bryan and Madonna, while Taylor Swift topped the list with over $1 billion in touring revenue. The Rolling Stones claimed the number one spot on Pollstar's North American revenue list, grossing $235 million from just eight shows.
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