So the twist on this list... it's based on the artists that have the most platinum selling records. Michael's album Thriller may be the best selling record of all time, but that one monster album doesn't keep him in this Top 30 list.
The Top 5
1 - Elvis Presley
2 - The Beatles
3 - George Strait
4 - Garth Brooks
5 - Barbara Streisand
The full top 30 below... (other BIG artists not on the list Queen, KISS, The Eagles)