Here is a list of musicians and artists globally renowned for having the most sold-out shows across their careers. These artists have established massive fan bases, toured extensively, and created global phenomena with their concerts.
1. Elton John
- Achievement: The “Farewell Yellow Brick Road” tour (2018–2023) is the highest-grossing tour in history at over $939 million.
- Details:
- Elton John has sold out venues worldwide over decades.
- His farewell tour alone had over 300 sold-out shows, making it one of the most successful in history.
2. Taylor Swift
- Achievement: The “Eras Tour” (2023–2024) is setting records for sold-out stadiums globally.
- Details:
- Swift’s ticket demand is unprecedented, with sold-out shows across the U.S., Europe, and Asia.
- She’s credited with filling venues for multiple consecutive nights in large stadiums like SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles.
3. The Beatles
- Achievement: Known for selling out entire stadiums in the 1960s during their tours.
- Details:
- The Beatles famously sold out Shea Stadium in New York (1965) in under 20 minutes.
- Their tours solidified the concept of stadium shows for music.
4. BTS
- Achievement: The South Korean group has set numerous records for sold-out shows globally.
- Details:
- BTS sold out Wembley Stadium (UK) for two nights in 2019 within 90 minutes.
- Their tours in the U.S., Europe, and Asia routinely break records for ticket sales.
5. Ed Sheeran
- Achievement: The “Divide Tour” (2017–2019) became the second highest-grossing tour in history ($776 million).
- Details:
- Sheeran performed in over 250 shows, many of which were sold out.
- Known for his simplicity, Sheeran fills massive venues with just his guitar and loop pedal.
6. Michael Jackson
- Achievement: The “King of Pop” consistently sold out stadiums globally during his tours.
- Details:
- His “Bad World Tour” (1987–1989) and “Dangerous World Tour” (1992–1993) drew millions.
- The planned “This Is It” residency (2009) sold out 50 shows in hours before his untimely death.
7. Beyoncé
- Achievement: Known for dominating tours with record-breaking sellouts.
- Details:
- The “Renaissance World Tour” (2023) was a sold-out phenomenon globally.
- Her “On The Run II Tour” (with Jay-Z) grossed over $250 million with sold-out stadiums.
8. U2
- Achievement: U2’s “360° Tour” (2009–2011) held the record for highest-grossing tour ($736 million) until Ed Sheeran’s “Divide Tour.”
- Details:
- The band has consistently sold out stadiums globally for decades.
9. Madonna
- Achievement: The “Queen of Pop” has one of the most successful touring careers of all time.
- Details:
- Madonna’s “Sticky & Sweet Tour” (2008–2009) grossed over $408 million, with nearly all shows sold out.
- She has a reputation for filling venues in Europe, North America, and Latin America.
10. Coldplay
- Achievement: Their “Music of the Spheres World Tour” (2022–2023) and previous tours are among the most in-demand globally.
- Details:
- Coldplay consistently sells out massive stadiums, including multiple nights at iconic venues like Wembley Stadium.
11. The Rolling Stones
- Achievement: Decades of sold-out shows across the globe.
- Details:
- Their “A Bigger Bang Tour” (2005–2007) grossed over $558 million.
- The band continues to sell out arenas and stadiums even after 60 years in the industry.
12. Drake
- Achievement: Drake is one of the most successful hip-hop touring artists.
- Details:
- His tours, including “It’s All a Blur Tour” (2023), sell out arenas across North America, Europe, and more.
- He’s known for dominating ticket sales in urban music markets.
13. Adele
- Achievement: Adele is known for her limited but massively successful tours.
- Details:
- Her residency at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas (“Weekends With Adele”) has been sold out for months.
- Previous tours, like “Adele Live,” have also seen overwhelming demand.
14. Celine Dion
- Achievement: Her Las Vegas residencies (2003–2007, 2011–2019) are among the most successful concert runs in history.
- Details:
- She has sold over 4.5 million tickets during her residency, breaking records for ticket demand.
15. Rammstein
- Achievement: The German metal band is famous for selling out massive venues worldwide.
- Details:
- Their 2019–2023 European stadium tours saw demand so high that multiple additional dates were added to nearly every city.
16. Rihanna
- Achievement: Rihanna’s tours have consistently sold out in North America, Europe, and beyond.
- Details:
- Her “ANTI World Tour” (2016) sold out major arenas and stadiums globally.
17. Bruce Springsteen
- Achievement: Known for his marathon shows and loyal fanbase.
- Details:
- Springsteen’s tours have sold out iconic venues like Madison Square Garden and Wembley Stadium for decades.
18. Justin Bieber
- Achievement: Bieber’s “Purpose World Tour” (2016–2017) and subsequent tours have sold out major arenas globally.
- Details:
- The “Justice World Tour” also saw strong ticket demand, although it was later canceled due to health issues.
19. Harry Styles
- Achievement: Styles has emerged as one of the top touring artists globally.
- Details:
- His “Love on Tour” (2021–2023) sold out multiple nights at venues like Wembley Stadium and Madison Square Garden.
20. Pink
- Achievement: Known for high-energy performances and acrobatics, Pink has consistently sold out tours.
- Details:
- Her “Beautiful Trauma World Tour” (2018–2019) grossed over $397 million with countless sold-out shows.
