
Adrian Belew
- Known for
- Sound
- Born
- December 23, 1949
- Birthplace
- 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 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

David Bowie: “STAGE“ 2027
Actor

BEAT: Neon Heat Disease - Live in Los Angeles 2025
as Himself (Vocals/Guitar)

Beat - Neon Heat Disease - Live In Los Angeles 2025
Actor

In the Court of the Crimson King: King Crimson at 50 2022
Actor

Zappa 2020
as Self (archive footage)

Kosmische Brocken - Frank Zappa und die Deutschen 2018
Actor

Piper 2016
Original Music Composer

Eat That Question: Frank Zappa in His Own Words 2016
as Self (archive footage)

King Crimson: Live in Argentina, 1994 2012
as Guitar, Voice, Words

Classic Albums: Frank Zappa - Apostrophe (') Over-Nite Sensation 2007
as Self (archive footage)

The Bears: Live at The Club Cafe 2004
as Self/Guitar

King Crimson: Eyes Wide Open 2003
as Himself

King Crimson: Deja VROOOM 1999
as Himself (guitar, vocals)
- King Crimson: Live In Japan
King Crimson: Live In Japan 1995
as Himself

Video from Hell 1987
as Self

Home of the Brave: A Film by Laurie Anderson 1986
as Self - Guitar, Vocals

King Crimson: Three of a Perfect Pair Live in Japan 1984
as Guitar

King Crimson: The Noise (Live at Frejus) 1984
Actor

Return Engagement 1983
Original Music Composer

King Crimson: Live in Munich, 1982 1982
Actor

Talking Heads: Rock Pop in Concert 1981
Actor

Talking Heads: Live in Rome 1980
as Self - Guitar

Talking Heads: Capitol Theatre 1980
as Self - Lead Guitar, Vocals

Baby Snakes 1979
as Self

David Bowie On Stage: Live in Japan 1978
as Self

David Bowie: Live at Beat Club Musikladen 1978
as Self - Guitar
Credits from TMDB.