Adrian Belew
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.
Known For
Classic Albums
Zappa
Eat That Question: Frank Zappa in His Own Words
Home of the Brave: A Film by Laurie Anderson
In the Court of the Crimson King: King Crimson at 50
Classic Albums: Frank Zappa - Apostrophe (') Over-Nite Sensation
Talking Heads: Live in Rome
David Bowie On Stage: Live in Japan
All Movies (24)
- BEAT: Neon Heat Disease - Live in Los Angeles2025 · as Himself (Vocals/Guitar)
- Beat - Neon Heat Disease - Live In Los Angeles2025
- In the Court of the Crimson King: King Crimson at 502022
- Zappa2020 · as Self (archive footage)
- Kosmische Brocken - Frank Zappa und die Deutschen2018
- Eat That Question: Frank Zappa in His Own Words2016 · as Self (archive footage)
- Adrian Belew: Live At Rockpalast 20082015 · as self
- King Crimson: Live in Argentina, 19942012 · as Guitar, Voice, Words
- Classic Albums: Frank Zappa - Apostrophe (') Over-Nite Sensation2007 · as Self (archive footage)
- The Bears: Live at The Club Cafe2004 · as Self/Guitar
- King Crimson: Eyes Wide Open2003 · as Himself
- King Crimson: Deja VROOOM1999 · as Himself (guitar, vocals)
- King Crimson: Live In Japan1995 · as Himself
- Video from Hell1987 · as Self
- Home of the Brave: A Film by Laurie Anderson1986 · as Self - Guitar, Vocals
- King Crimson: Three of a Perfect Pair Live in Japan1984 · as Guitar
- King Crimson: The Noise (Live at Frejus)1984
- King Crimson: Live in Munich, 19821982
- Talking Heads: Rock Pop in Concert1981
- Talking Heads: Live in Rome1980 · as Self - Guitar
- Talking Heads: Capitol Theatre1980 · as Self - Lead Guitar, Vocals
- Frank Zappa: Baby Snakes1979 · as Self
- David Bowie On Stage: Live in Japan1978 · as Self
- David Bowie: Live at Beat Club Musikladen1978 · as Self - Guitar
All TV Shows (1)
- Classic Albums1997 · as Self (archive footage)