Naturally , EDM was unlikely to become this popular without generating incredible amounts of money . Electronic dance music ( EDM ) has become a global phenomenon . According to Forbes , the world 's top 10 artists earned a combined $ 268 million this year . Calvin Harris , who earned $ 66 million , topped this year 's list .
Electronic dance music ( EDM ) has become a global phenomenon . According to Forbes , the world 's top 10 artists earned a combined $ 268 million this year . Calvin Harris , who earned $ 66 million , topped this year 's list .