
Adrian Belew
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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.
Known for
Credits

Zappa (2020)
as Self (archive footage)

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

David Bowie On Stage: Live in Japan (1978)
as Self

David Bowie: Live at Beat Club Musikladen (1978)
as Self - Guitar

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

Talking Heads: Live in Rome (1980)
as Self - Guitar

Video from Hell (1987)
as Self

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

Baby Snakes (1979)
as Self

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

King Crimson: Deja VROOOM (1999)
as Himself (guitar, vocals)

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

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

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

Kosmische Brocken - Frank Zappa und die Deutschen (2018)
Actor

King Crimson: Live in Munich, 1982 (1982)
Actor

Talking Heads: Rock Pop in Concert (1981)
Actor
King Crimson: Live In Japan (1995)
as Himself

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

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

King Crimson: Eyes Wide Open (2003)
as Himself

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

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





