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Adrian Belew
Sound

Adrian Belew

Born 1949-12-23
Covington, Kentucky, U.S.
Department: 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.

Known For

Prominent works featuring Adrian Belew

Piper
Movie
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Piper

2016
TMDB4.0
Classic Albums
TV
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Classic Albums

1997
TMDB3.9
Zappa
Movie
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Zappa

2020
TMDB3.6
Eat That Question: Frank Zappa in His Own Words
Movie
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Eat That Question: Frank Zappa in His Own Words

2016
TMDB3.7
Baby Snakes
Movie
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Baby Snakes

1979
TMDB3.3
In the Court of the Crimson King: King Crimson at 50
Movie
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In the Court of the Crimson King: King Crimson at 50

2022
TMDB3.6
Classic Albums: Frank Zappa - Apostrophe (') Over-Nite Sensation
Movie
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Classic Albums: Frank Zappa - Apostrophe (') Over-Nite Sensation

2007
TMDB3.3
Home of the Brave: A Film by Laurie Anderson
Movie
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Home of the Brave: A Film by Laurie Anderson

1986
TMDB4.1
King Crimson: Deja VROOOM
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King Crimson: Deja VROOOM

1999
TMDB3.9
Video from Hell
Movie
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Video from Hell

1987
TMDB3.6

Filmography & Credits

Complete career catalog (26 titles)

PosterTitleCharacter / RoleTypeYear
BEAT: Neon Heat Disease - Live in Los AngelesBEAT: Neon Heat Disease - Live in Los AngelesHimself (Vocals/Guitar)Movie2025
Beat - Neon Heat Disease - Live In Los AngelesBeat - Neon Heat Disease - Live In Los AngelesSelf / AppearanceMovie2025
In the Court of the Crimson King: King Crimson at 50In the Court of the Crimson King: King Crimson at 50Self / AppearanceMovie2022
ZappaZappaSelf (archive footage)Movie2020
Kosmische Brocken - Frank Zappa und die DeutschenKosmische Brocken - Frank Zappa und die DeutschenSelf / AppearanceMovie2018
PiperPiperOriginal Music ComposerMovie2016
Eat That Question: Frank Zappa in His Own WordsEat That Question: Frank Zappa in His Own WordsSelf (archive footage)Movie2016
King Crimson: Live in Argentina, 1994King Crimson: Live in Argentina, 1994Guitar, Voice, WordsMovie2012
Classic Albums: Frank Zappa - Apostrophe (') Over-Nite SensationClassic Albums: Frank Zappa - Apostrophe (') Over-Nite SensationSelf (archive footage)Movie2007
The Bears: Live at The Club CafeThe Bears: Live at The Club CafeSelf/GuitarMovie2004
King Crimson: Eyes Wide OpenKing Crimson: Eyes Wide OpenHimselfMovie2003
King Crimson: Deja VROOOMKing Crimson: Deja VROOOMHimself (guitar, vocals)Movie1999
Classic AlbumsClassic AlbumsSelf (archive footage)TV Series1997
King Crimson: Live In JapanHimselfMovie1995
Video from HellVideo from HellSelfMovie1987
Home of the Brave: A Film by Laurie AndersonHome of the Brave: A Film by Laurie AndersonSelf - Guitar, VocalsMovie1986
King Crimson: Three of a Perfect Pair Live in JapanKing Crimson: Three of a Perfect Pair Live in JapanGuitarMovie1984
King Crimson: The Noise (Live at Frejus)King Crimson: The Noise (Live at Frejus)Self / AppearanceMovie1984
Return EngagementReturn EngagementOriginal Music ComposerMovie1983
King Crimson: Live in Munich, 1982King Crimson: Live in Munich, 1982Self / AppearanceMovie1982
Talking Heads: Rock Pop in ConcertTalking Heads: Rock Pop in ConcertSelf / AppearanceMovie1981
Talking Heads: Live in RomeTalking Heads: Live in RomeSelf - GuitarMovie1980
Talking Heads: Capitol TheatreTalking Heads: Capitol TheatreSelf - Lead Guitar, VocalsMovie1980
Baby SnakesBaby SnakesSelfMovie1979
David Bowie On Stage: Live in JapanDavid Bowie On Stage: Live in JapanSelfMovie1978
David Bowie: Live at Beat Club MusikladenDavid Bowie: Live at Beat Club MusikladenSelf - GuitarMovie1978