U2 were the biggest earning music act in America in 2009, beating the likes of Bruce Springsteen and Madonna.

The Irish band made a total of $109million from record sales, royalties and their 360 Degree tour.

Springsteen banked $58million, while Madonna earned $47million in 2009, according to Billboard.

Coldplay were the biggest earning British act on the list at number eight with $27million.

Other acts on the countdown included Pink, Britney Spears and the late Michael Jackson, who grossed $17.3 million.

(by Jason Gregory)