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Skrillex earns $15 million a year

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Skrillex, also known as Sonny Moore, has earned an estimated $15 million last year. The dubstep king performed in front of an estimated 250,000 people last year, spanning across 19 countries at over 150 live shows.

Skrillex, also known as Sonny Moore, has earned an estimated $15 million last year. The dubstep king performed in front of an estimated 250,000 people last year, spanning across 19 countries at over 150 live shows.


Moore can earn up to $100,000 for a few hours' work on the road.