Adrian Belew
Born: 1949-12-23 in Covington, Kentucky, U.S.
Known For: Sound
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.
Filmography
2025
- BEAT: Neon Heat Disease - Live in Los Angeles as Himself (Vocals/Guitar)
2020
- Zappa as Self (archive footage)
2016
- Piper ... (Original Music Composer)
- Eat That Question: Frank Zappa in His Own Words as Self (archive footage)
2015
2012
- King Crimson: Live in Argentina, 1994 as Guitar, Voice, Words
2007
- Classic Albums: Frank Zappa - Apostrophe (') Over-Nite Sensation as Self (archive footage)
2004
- The Bears: Live at The Club Cafe as Self/Guitar
2003
- King Crimson: Eyes Wide Open as Himself
1999
- King Crimson: Deja VROOOM as Himself (guitar, vocals)
1997
- Classic Albums as Self (archive footage)
1995
- King Crimson: Live In Japan as Himself
1987
- Video from Hell as Self
1986
- Home of the Brave: A Film by Laurie Anderson as Self - Guitar, Vocals
1984
1983
- Return Engagement ... (Original Music Composer)
1980
- Talking Heads: Live in Rome as Self - Guitar
- Talking Heads: Capitol Theatre as Self - Lead Guitar, Vocals
1979
- Frank Zappa: Baby Snakes as Self
1978
- David Bowie: Live at Beat Club Musikladen as Self - Guitar
- David Bowie On Stage: Live in Japan as Self