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    U2 Beat Take That To Be Named Top Touring Act Of 2011

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    December 21, 2011 by Holly Frith | Photo by WENN.com
    U2 Beat Take That To Be Named Top Touring Act Of 2011

    U2 have beaten the likes of Take That, Justin Bieber and Katy perry to earn the year's highest grossing tour.

    The band's 360° show was the highest earning tour of 2011, according to Billboard Boxscore.

    The worldwide shows grossed $293m (£186m) across 44 sold-out gigs with a total of 2,887,972 in attendance.

    Bon Jovi, who are known for their extensive tours, played to 1,851,385 fans, earning them $192m (£122m) from 68 shows in 2011.

    In third place was Take That's stadium Progress tour, which became the highest grossing tour in UK history.

    Roger Walters and Taylor Swift completed the top five highest grossing touring artists of the year.

    Other acts in the top ten included Kenny Chesney, Usher, Lady Gaga, Andre Rieu  and Sade.

    Michael Buble, Katy Perry, Lil Wayne, Justin Bieber, Glee, Britney Spears and Iron Maiden also made the list.

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