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Adrian Belew

Adrian Belew

Born December 23, 1949 · Covington, Kentucky, U.S.

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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.

Sound 3

1980s

  1. 1984
  2. 1983

    Return Engagement

    Original Music Composer

Acted in 9

2020s

  1. 2027

    David Bowie: “STAGE“

    Movie

  2. 2025

    Beat - Neon Heat Disease - Live In Los Angeles

    Movie

  3. 2022

    In the Court of the Crimson King: King Crimson at 50

    Movie

2010s

  1. 2018

    Kosmische Brocken - Frank Zappa und die Deutschen

    Movie

  2. 2012

    King Crimson: Live in Argentina, 1994

    Guitar, Voice, Words

1980s

  1. 1984

    King Crimson: Three of a Perfect Pair Live in Japan

    Guitar

  2. King Crimson: The Noise (Live at Frejus)

    Movie

  3. 1982

    King Crimson: Live in Munich, 1982

    Movie

  4. 1981

    Talking Heads: Rock Pop in Concert

    Movie

Appearances15

2020s

  1. 2025

    BEAT: Neon Heat Disease - Live in Los Angeles

    Himself (Vocals/Guitar)

  2. 2020

2010s

  1. 2016

    Eat That Question: Frank Zappa in His Own Words

    Self (archive footage)

2000s

  1. 2007
  2. 2004

    The Bears: Live at The Club Cafe

    Self/Guitar

  3. 2003

    King Crimson: Eyes Wide Open

    Himself

1990s

  1. 1999

    King Crimson: Deja VROOOM

    Himself (guitar, vocals)

  2. 1997

1980s

  1. 1987

    Video from Hell

    Self

  2. 1986

    Home of the Brave: A Film by Laurie Anderson

    Self - Guitar, Vocals

  3. 1980

    Talking Heads: Live in Rome

    Self - Guitar

  4. Talking Heads: Capitol Theatre

    Self - Lead Guitar, Vocals

1970s

  1. 1979

    Baby Snakes

    Self

  2. 1978

    David Bowie On Stage: Live in Japan

    Self

  3. David Bowie: Live at Beat Club Musikladen

    Self - Guitar