Adrian Belew

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.

Movies & TV Shows

1. Zappa (2020) — Self (archive footage)
2. Eat That Question: Frank Zappa in His Own Words (2016) — Self (archive footage)
3. Baby Snakes (1979) — Self
4. In the Court of the Crimson King: King Crimson at 50 (2022)
5. Classic Albums: Frank Zappa - Apostrophe (') Over-Nite Sensation (2007) — Self (archive footage)
6. Home of the Brave: A Film by Laurie Anderson (1986) — Self - Guitar, Vocals
7. Classic Albums (1997) — Self (archive footage)
8. King Crimson: Eyes Wide Open (2003) — Himself
9. Video from Hell (1987) — Self
10. King Crimson: Deja VROOOM (1999) — Himself (guitar, vocals)
11. King Crimson: Three of a Perfect Pair Live in Japan (1984) — Guitar
12. Talking Heads: Live in Rome (1980) — Self - Guitar
13. King Crimson: Live In Japan (1995) — Himself
14. King Crimson: The Noise (Live at Frejus) (1984)
15. King Crimson: Live in Argentina, 1994 (2012) — Guitar, Voice, Words
16. Talking Heads: Capitol Theatre (1980) — Self - Lead Guitar, Vocals
17. David Bowie: Live at Beat Club Musikladen (1978) — Self - Guitar
18. King Crimson: Live in Munich, 1982 (1982)
19. Talking Heads: Rock Pop in Concert (1981)
20. The Bears: Live at The Club Cafe (2004) — Self/Guitar
21. Kosmische Brocken - Frank Zappa und die Deutschen (2018)
22. David Bowie On Stage: Live in Japan (1978) — Self
23. BEAT: Neon Heat Disease - Live in Los Angeles (2025) — Himself (Vocals/Guitar)
24. Beat - Neon Heat Disease - Live In Los Angeles (2025)