Adrian Belew

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Adrian Belew

Sound 76 December 23, 1949

Covington, Kentucky, U.S.

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 sing…

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Piper

Piper

8.1 2016 Movie
Classic Albums

Classic Albums

7.7 1997 TV Show
Zappa

Zappa

7.3 2020 Movie
Eat That Question: Frank Zappa in His Own Words

Eat That Question: Frank Zappa in His Own Words

7.4 2016 Movie
Baby Snakes

Baby Snakes

6.6 1979 Movie
Classic Albums: Frank Zappa - Apostrophe (') Over-Nite Sensation

Classic Albums: Frank Zappa - Apostrophe (') Over-Nite Sensation

6.5 2007 Movie
In the Court of the Crimson King: King Crimson at 50

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

7.2 2022 Movie
Home of the Brave: A Film by Laurie Anderson

Home of the Brave: A Film by Laurie Anderson

8.2 1986 Movie
David Bowie: Live at Beat Club Musikladen

David Bowie: Live at Beat Club Musikladen

9.0 1978 Movie
Video from Hell

Video from Hell

7.3 1987 Movie
Return Engagement

Return Engagement

5.3 1983 Movie
Talking Heads: Live in Rome

Talking Heads: Live in Rome

6.3 1980 Movie

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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

Movies and shows, newest first

  1. 2025
    BEAT: Neon Heat Disease - Live in Los Angeles

    Movie Himself (Vocals/Guitar)

  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

  4. 2020
    Zappa

    Movie Self (archive footage)

  5. 2018
    Kosmische Brocken - Frank Zappa und die Deutschen

    Movie

  6. 2016
    Piper

    Movie Original Music Composer

  7. 2016
    Eat That Question: Frank Zappa in His Own Words

    Movie Self (archive footage)

  8. 2012
    King Crimson: Live in Argentina, 1994

    Movie Guitar, Voice, Words

  9. 2007
    Classic Albums: Frank Zappa - Apostrophe (') Over-Nite Sensation

    Movie Self (archive footage)

  10. 2004
    The Bears: Live at The Club Cafe

    Movie Self/Guitar

  11. 2003
    King Crimson: Eyes Wide Open

    Movie Himself

  12. 1999
    King Crimson: Deja VROOOM

    Movie Himself (guitar, vocals)

  13. 1997
    Classic Albums

    TV show Self (archive footage)

  14. 1995
    King Crimson: Live In Japan

    Movie Himself

  15. 1987
    Video from Hell

    Movie Self

  16. 1986
    Home of the Brave: A Film by Laurie Anderson

    Movie Self - Guitar, Vocals

More credits
  1. 1984
    King Crimson: Three of a Perfect Pair Live in Japan

    Movie Guitar

  2. 1984
    King Crimson: The Noise (Live at Frejus)

    Movie

  3. 1983
    Return Engagement

    Movie Original Music Composer

  4. 1982
    King Crimson: Live in Munich, 1982

    Movie

  5. 1981
    Talking Heads: Rock Pop in Concert

    Movie

  6. 1980
    Talking Heads: Live in Rome

    Movie Self - Guitar

  7. 1980
    Talking Heads: Capitol Theatre

    Movie Self - Lead Guitar, Vocals

  8. 1979
    Baby Snakes

    Movie Self

  9. 1978
    David Bowie On Stage: Live in Japan

    Movie Self

  10. 1978
    David Bowie: Live at Beat Club Musikladen

    Movie Self - Guitar