Paul Westerberg – $9 million
Greatest Hits: Backlash, Dyslexic Heart
Alt-rock star Paul Westerberg was part of the alt-rock band The Replacements in the eighties. After the band dissolved, a solo career began. He joined The Replacements while serving as a janitor. He heard the band performing, followed the music, and spoke his way into joining the band. He managed to get into the band by telling the lead singer that his fellow members would fire him, pushing the singer to leave. This very unorthodox move succeeded, and The Replacements were wildly successful.
Paul Westerberg
Robert Johnson – $500,000 (estate)
Greatest Hits: Terraplane Blues, Come On In My Kitchen
Established in 1911, Robert Johnson is considered a blues leader and Delta blues master. His life wasn’t well-documented, but his music lives on and legends surround his legacy. He only participated in a few recording sessions, making 29 songs that did not become popular during his lifetime. The songs were released as singles by producer Don Law after Johnson’s death. Other musicians borrowed his guitar style and lyrics and he became famous for their fame. Musicians including Keith Richards and Bob Dylan honored Johnson.
Robert Johnson