The elaborate tattoos worn by many musicians may outshine nautical star tattoos, but stars of one kind or another are often the first tattoos they get.
Artists from all genres of music have offered their bodies up to be the canvas of the tattoo artist. Some tats are discretely hidden while others scream the bearers individuality to the world.
Today, more than ever, musicians turn to body modification to make statements that reinforce their music and beliefs. Mods such as tattoos and peircings that were once on the fringes have joined the mainstream thanks in part to the musicians that embrace these forms of expression.