Person

Adrian Belew

Sound · Born 1949-12-23 · Covington, Kentucky, U.S.

Biography

Adrian Belew (born Robert Steven Belew, December 23, 1949) is an American musician, songwriter and record producer. A multi-instrumentalist primarily known as a guitarist and singer, Belew is noted for his unusual, impressionistic approach to guitar playing which, rather than relying on standard instrumental tones, often resembles sound effects or noises made by animals and machines. A member of King Crimson and The Bears, Belew has also collaborated with David Bowie, Talking Head and many more.

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Filmography

2025BEAT: Neon Heat Disease - Live in Los AngelesHimself (Vocals/Guitar)
2025Beat - Neon Heat Disease - Live In Los Angeles
2022In the Court of the Crimson King: King Crimson at 50
2020ZappaSelf (archive footage)
2018Kosmische Brocken - Frank Zappa und die Deutschen
2016PiperOriginal Music Composer
2016Eat That Question: Frank Zappa in His Own WordsSelf (archive footage)
2012King Crimson: Live in Argentina, 1994Guitar, Voice, Words
2007Classic Albums: Frank Zappa - Apostrophe (') Over-Nite SensationSelf (archive footage)
2004The Bears: Live at The Club CafeSelf/Guitar
2003King Crimson: Eyes Wide OpenHimself
1999King Crimson: Deja VROOOMHimself (guitar, vocals)
1997Classic AlbumsSelf (archive footage)
1995King Crimson: Live In JapanHimself
1987Video from HellSelf
1986Home of the Brave: A Film by Laurie AndersonSelf - Guitar, Vocals
1984King Crimson: Three of a Perfect Pair Live in JapanGuitar
1984King Crimson: The Noise (Live at Frejus)
1983Return EngagementOriginal Music Composer
1982King Crimson: Live in Munich, 1982
1981Talking Heads: Rock Pop in Concert
1980Talking Heads: Live in RomeSelf - Guitar
1980Talking Heads: Capitol TheatreSelf - Lead Guitar, Vocals
1979Frank Zappa: Baby SnakesSelf
1978David Bowie On Stage: Live in JapanSelf
1978David Bowie: Live at Beat Club MusikladenSelf - Guitar

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