- Known For
- Sound
- Born
- December 23, 1949
- Place of Birth
- Covington, Kentucky, U.S.
Adrian Belew
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.
Filmography
movieBEAT: Neon Heat Disease - Live in Los Angeles
2025 · Himself (Vocals/Guitar)
movieBeat - Neon Heat Disease - Live In Los Angeles
2025
movieIn the Court of the Crimson King: King Crimson at 50
2022
movieZappa
2020 · Self (archive footage)
movieKosmische Brocken - Frank Zappa und die Deutschen
2018
moviePiper
2016 · Original Music Composer
movieEat That Question: Frank Zappa in His Own Words
2016 · Self (archive footage)
movieKing Crimson: Live in Argentina, 1994
2012 · Guitar, Voice, Words
movieClassic Albums: Frank Zappa - Apostrophe (') Over-Nite Sensation
2007 · Self (archive footage)
movieThe Bears: Live at The Club Cafe
2004 · Self/Guitar
movieKing Crimson: Eyes Wide Open
2003 · Himself
movieKing Crimson: Deja VROOOM
1999 · Himself (guitar, vocals)
tvClassic Albums
1997 · Self (archive footage)
King Crimson: Live In Japan
movieKing Crimson: Live In Japan
1995 · Himself
movieVideo from Hell
1987 · Self
movieHome of the Brave: A Film by Laurie Anderson
1986 · Self - Guitar, Vocals
movieKing Crimson: Three of a Perfect Pair Live in Japan
1984 · Guitar
movieKing Crimson: The Noise (Live at Frejus)
1984
movieReturn Engagement
1983 · Original Music Composer
movieKing Crimson: Live in Munich, 1982
1982
movieTalking Heads: Rock Pop in Concert
1981
movieTalking Heads: Live in Rome
1980 · Self - Guitar
movieTalking Heads: Capitol Theatre
1980 · Self - Lead Guitar, Vocals
movieFrank Zappa: Baby Snakes
1979 · Self
movieDavid Bowie On Stage: Live in Japan
1978 · Self
movieDavid Bowie: Live at Beat Club Musikladen
1978 · Self - Guitar