15 musicians who got new tattoos in 2017

[Photo credit: @mikebusch_/Instagram, @lukehollandd/Instagram, @jaydenpanesso/Instagram]

Many of our favorite musicians are sporting ink for one reason or another. Tattoos are a great method of self-expression or a way to commemorate a memorable moment or person in your life. Whatever the reason, many artists used 2017 to make additions to their already badass tattoo collections.

Check out 15 musicians who got new ink this year below!

Read more: 10 stunning tattoo sleeves dedicated to bands

1. Michael Busch – Stacked Like Pancakes

Stacked Like Pancakes' love for Twenty One Pilots is no secret. After all, their band logo has a little bit of TOP inspiration behind it. Guitarist Michael Busch got some TOP-inspired ink in 2017, and we have to say we're in love with it. 

 

One of the traits I admire most in an artist is how they can take their own internal struggles and create music out of them. This was one of the main reasons I was so quickly drawn to Twenty One Pilot's music. Their song, “Holding on to You,” has always been incredibly uplifting to me, despite the struggles it describes. Inspired by the words from its second verse, this beautiful piece of art is my constant reminder that we're all bigger than the demons in our heads. Thank you to @tattoosbyjohnguzman for bringing this idea to life, and thank you to @twentyonepilots for inspiring so many of us with your music.

A post shared by Michael Busch (@mikebusch_) on Jul 6, 2017 at 3:50pm PDT

2. Jenna McDougall – Tonight Alive

Jenna has some of the most simplistically beautiful tattoos out there. 

 

Thank you sweet Clair! ❤️✴️⚡️I've been getting a buzz behind my heart for the last couple of months at different times. I haven't worked it out yet but this is the visual of the feeling it gives me ✨����

A post shared by Jenna McDougall (@nureality108) on Aug 22, 2017 at 10:56pm PDT

3. Luke Holland – Heavy Eyes, Ex-The Word Alive

Luke's dedication to a six-hour knee tattoo is nothing short of impressive. The finished result proves it was well worth it!

 

I got my knee tattooed by the legend @tkotattoos & it sucked a lot. Almost 6 hours straight. Go follow him. Original artwork by my friend @josh.bask

A post shared by Luke Holland (@lukehollandd) on Oct 5, 2017 at 7:51pm PDT

4. Denis Stoff – Ex-Asking Alexandria

Former AA frontman Denis Stoff placed the Arabic word for “winner” on his skin this year. 

 

Winning. Daily. ��

A post shared by Denis Stoff �� (@denisstoff) on May 14, 2017 at 2:02am PDT

5. Anthony Ghazel – Being As An Ocean

Hundreth's Alex Blackwell inked Being As An Ocean's Anthony Ghazel during this year's Vans Warped Tour.

 

On @anthonyghazel. He used to play football in high school

A post shared by Alex Blackwell (@alexblackvvell) on Jul 13, 2017 at 8:26pm PDT

6. Chadwick Johnson – Hundreth

Blackwell also tattooed bandmate Chadwick Johnson. If that's not the ultimate band-bonding, we don't know what is.

 

Grimm on @chadwickjohnson.

A post shared by Alex Blackwell (@alexblackvvell) on Jul 28, 2017 at 9:09pm PDT

7. Ben Barlow – Neck Deep

Can we just say that Ben's chest piece is sick AF?

 

Was gonna keep this on the DL but fuck it, too sick. Thanks again @richhadley @inritattoo

A post shared by Ben Barlow (@benisneckdeep) on Nov 9, 2017 at 11:03am PST

8. Tyler Carter – Issues

We love Tyler's crawfish tattoo, but we love the story behind it even more.

 

It’s a limp wrist crawfish! �� My new tattoo, done by @scottbarbier_tattoo. Most of my friends know my absolute love for New Orleans ⚜️ but most don’t know the reason I️ cherish this city so much is not only all the amazing food culture, but because the first time I️ ever went out, 100% self accepting, and partied as a bisexual man, first time going to a gay bar, first time feeling excited and free in public was in this town. The positive vibes I️ carry from my first experiences in NOLA will always mean a lot to me. ������⚜️������️‍��

A post shared by Tyler Carter (@tylercarter4l) on Nov 3, 2017 at 4:17pm PDT

9. Tony Pizzuti – The Word Alive

OK, so Tony's ink isn't new, but the ink he got redone is looking better than ever.

 

Got this redone by @deadeyenone, hurt just as bad at the first time. Cheers, Jon! Check out @deadeyenone page, and give him a follow! #sorrymom #scumbag #degenerate #sterotypes #besttraditionaltattoos #besttradtattoos

A post shared by tonypizzuti (@tonypizzuti) on Feb 17, 2017 at 4:57pm PST

10. Kesha

It's been a huge year for Kesha, who's made quite the comeback against what seemed like impossible odds, so her “live free” tattoos are the perfect way to commemorate her incredible year.

 

LIVE FREE @oblivioussurroundings ☠️

A post shared by Kesha (@iiswhoiis) on Aug 30, 2017 at 8:46pm PDT

11. Shawn Mendes

Shawn recently added to his tattoo collection by adding an intricately shaded bird to his hand that seems to be in a different position depending on if Shawn's hand is up or down. 

 

Look who wandered back in �� @shawnmendes

A post shared by LIVIA TSANG (@liviatsang) on Dec 21, 2017 at 6:50pm PST

12/13. Lights and Lynn Gunn

Sharpie tattoos count, right? Lights and Lynn went live to talk to fans during PVRIS' North American tour and ended up giving each other some new sharpie ink.

 

@lynngvnn and I drew bewbs on each other for strength and wisdom #blesst

A post shared by Lights (@lights) on Oct 8, 2017 at 6:27pm PDT

14. blackbear

Blackbear is no stranger to new ink. Here's one of many he's gotten over the course of the year. 

 

today was painful but one to remember

A post shared by blackbear (@bear) on Sep 22, 2017 at 12:28am PDT

15. Jayden Panesso – SYLAR

We are loving SYLAR vocalist Jayden Panesso's Death Note themed tattoo!

 

Been waiting a few years to finally get this tattooed on me. One of my favorite tattoos by far. Today my homegirl @bloodofwolves marked it on me forever. #deathnote

A post shared by Jayden Panesso (@jaydenpanesso) on Jul 15, 2017 at 4:58pm PDT

Which artist had your favorite new tattoo of 2017? Let us know your favorites below!