9Geezer Butler – Net worth – $65 million
Next on our top list is Geezer Butler, whose full name is Terence Michael Joseph Butler.
With his friend, Ozzy Osbourne, Geezer Butler launched in the late 60’s their first band called Rare Breed.
Several years later, the band turned into Black Sabbath.
Born on July 17, 1949, Geezer Butler became one of the first bassists to use a wah-wah pedal and to down-tune his instrument.
He is one of the most influential bassists in heavy metal, and one of the richest, with a net worth of $65 million.
Jason Newsted, former Metallica bassist, defined Geezer Butler his #1 influence. ‘All true metal bassists look up to Geezer as a pioneer and Godfather of our chosen instrument. The best, ever!‘, Jason Newsted declared.
