Danny Keough’s net worth is $500 thousand. He made his money from his gigs as a singer, multi-instrumentalist, musical mentor, actor, and more.
The Chicago-born singer kick-started his career as a session musician entertaining at small spots and clubs in Los Angeles. However, his fortune changed after he was picked by a record label company. He later went on to launch a music band that didn’t last long and in addition, he played with other bands.
Danny also collaborated with big names in the music industry, including the likes of Michael Jackson, Red Hot Chili Peppers, the Black Crowes, Vince Neil, and Jerry Lee Lewis. He also did great with his ex-wife, Lisa Marie Presley.
How Much is Danny Keough’s Net Worth?
According to what we gathered from reliable sources, Danny Keough’s net worth is estimated at $500k. However, nothing is known about what he makes monthly and annually.
What are Danny Keough’s Net Worth Sources?
Danny earns his keep in the entertainment industry as a vocalist, musician, songwriter, guitarist, musical mentor, and actor.
A greater part of his annual remunerations came from the sale of music albums, live performances, tours, and streaming in addition to royalties from songwriters. The multi-instrumentalist also made a tidy sum from brand promotions, sponsorship, and endorsements. Here is a bullet list of his income sources:
- Singing
- Music collaborations
- Acting
- sponsorships and promotions
Early Music Career
After he completed his academic pursuit in his place of birth, Chicago Illinois, Danny Keough took the conscious decision to move to America’s entertainment capital, Los Angeles. There, he started performing as a session musician, playing both the piano and the guitar for various vocalists; this happened towards the later part of the 1980s.
He was spotted at several open mike nights and also graced other smaller spots around. It was while on these minor gigs that he attracted the attention of a recording company that offered him a contract. As the 1980s was wrapping up, Danny dropped his debut album, but it obviously didn’t make a big hit. The total amount he made from his early music career is not known but it was said to be a good start for him.
His First Band Was formed in the 1980s
After he gained a little recognition for his performances around Los Angeles, Danny Keough decided to go ahead and form his own band. The music band which he eventually formed was called Margin Blue, and he established it alongside his close friends who perform under the stage name, The Blitz Brothers. Though it was short-lived, Danny leveraged it to leap into greater heights
While playing as a session musician, Danny was opportune to have some gigs with the music group called, The Valley Stars. Moving over to the popular rock band called The Lethal Weapon, the Chicago native played the guitar in the band for a while. It was during his time with the Los Angeles-based band that he dropped the album, Rise (1987), which he made admirable contributions to its bass guitar tracks.
Another band where Danny performed as a bass guitarist is Tickle Me Pink which reigned during the 1990s.
Danny Keough Scored his Big Break with Lisa Marie Presley
Danny has been earning good pay from his previous gigs with different music bands but he hit a career milestone after Lisa Marie Presley hired him as the guitarist for her debut album, To Whom It May Concern (2003). He played as a bassist and also functioned as her musical mentor.
The duo’s working relationship did not just end with one album, it turned into a long working collaboration that later developed into a romantic relationship, and with time, the couple tied the nuptial knot.
Even after Danny Keough’s marriage with Lisa Mariah Presley came to an end, they continued to be friends. Lisa provided Danny accommodation in a guest house located on one of her properties.
Danny was on hand to help Lisa fight her custody battle with Michael Jackson and even though the lawsuit was quickly resolved, it announced the bass guitarist to a wider audience, giving his music career a great boost by increasing his earning power.
Danny Keough’s Collaboration with Michael Jackson
Danny Keough further lined his pocked with his music collaboration with the legendary Michael Jackson in his track entitled, Dirty Diana. In fact, this particular gig is counted among his most successful projects.
Dirty Diana went on to become one of his best-selling tracks of all time. Thanks to his contribution to the song, Danny’s music career was catapulted to greater heights, opening roads into other successful collaborations for him.
Michael Jackson employed Danny’s services for the albums, History and Dangerous which also proved to be highly successful, selling copies in millions worldwide. All of these are what helped in solidifying the multi-instrumentalist’s reputation in the industry.
After the quality work he did with Michael Jackson, Danny Keough scored gigs with music heavyweights like Red Hot Chili Peppers, the Black Crowes, Vince Neil, and Jerry Lee Lewis.
His music style has been described as a fusion of three genres, blues, rock, and country and he gained fame for his excellent guitar skills
Danny Keough Earned from Acting Roles
Another notable contributor to Danny Keough’s bottom line is his acting roles and notable among them are the 2000 movie, Cabin by the Lake and The Lodge (2019).
Before scoring his notable roles, Danny was featured in cameos in productions like Independence Day and Mars Attacks!, both in 1996, and Trucks in 1997. Earlier in 1991, he was part of the cast of Double Trouble where he shared the screen with Michael Paré.
Other productions the bass guitarist appeared in include The Giving Tree, The Break-Up Artist, CSI: Miami, Charmed, The Siege, Fools Rush In, The Keeper, and The Glass Jar.
Danny Never Made it Big Despite his Numerous Gigs
Throughout his career life, Danny Keough was never opportune to play in the league of the biggest boys in the world of showbiz. He only ever made enough to pass by despite being associated with some of the biggest names in the music industry.
He didn’t even have enough to raise his children after his divorce from Lisa Maria, thus, the children stayed permanently with their mother. Even his daughter, Danielle Riley, confirmed that her dad struggled through life by surviving in cabins, trailer parks, and the likes because he didn’t have enough money to settle down in a comfortable dwelling. Danielle also let the world know that her late mum was more financially stable than her dad will ever be.