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one of the world's guitar players.

Mt Juliet, TN
Joined June 2009
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@THEadrianbelew
adrian belew
2 years
OH NOOOOOO!!! this the biggest heartbreaker.!!! my friend, my hero!! the best we had. I don't have words to say how much jeff meant. 💔 I feel sick. crying my eyes out 🥺😢 I loved him so much.
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@THEadrianbelew
adrian belew
2 years
happy 39th birthday!
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@THEadrianbelew
adrian belew
2 years
Happy birthday Adrian! 🥳
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@THEadrianbelew
adrian belew
1 month
First BEAT rehearsal!
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@THEadrianbelew
adrian belew
2 years
happy birthday 🎉 to my ol' bud robert fripp!
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@THEadrianbelew
adrian belew
6 months
stay tuned! I'm going to be posting an account of how all this came about. BEAT has me so excited! As a thank you to our fans, here’s a presale code for you. Password: BEATTOUR
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@THEadrianbelew
adrian belew
7 years
youth.
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@THEadrianbelew
adrian belew
7 years
this is the strat I played on Sheik Yerbouti, Lodger, Remain In Light, the Tom Tom Club, Discipline, Lone Rhino and others in the 80’s.
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@THEadrianbelew
adrian belew
6 years
my guitar case was in storage but I needed to go to rehearsal. so...
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@THEadrianbelew
adrian belew
6 months
now that BEAT has officially been announced by Rolling Stone I would like to elaborate. how did this come about? you may be surprised to know BEAT has been in the works for five years! here is a brief timeline of events:
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@THEadrianbelew
adrian belew
5 months
no caption needed for this, it has to be three of a perfect pair 😜. wait! I think I prefer three of a perfect quartet! 😉
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@THEadrianbelew
adrian belew
9 days
6 shows in and we're comfortably on fire and having a ball! thanks for attending the shows with such enthusiasm 😉 photo by Jerome Burnet
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@THEadrianbelew
adrian belew
6 years
thanks to everyone for your birthday wishes. very sweet if you.
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@THEadrianbelew
adrian belew
2 years
and happy birthday 🎉 to bill bruford. •photo of bill and me outside Tony Arnold's studio in Bournemouth England where we were recording Industry and Dig Me.
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@THEadrianbelew
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15 days
If you guessed this, then you were correct!
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@THEadrianbelew
adrian belew
2 years
On tour with Celebrating David Bowie 📷Jim Snyder
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@THEadrianbelew
adrian belew
8 years
WE WON!!! an Oscar for my first film score! Piper I LOVE YOU So MUCH!!
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@THEadrianbelew
adrian belew
2 years
some of you have asked about my new Fender Custom Shop Stratocaster I've been playing live onstage. it was made by masterbuilder and dear friend Ron Thorn who did a beautiful job throughout.
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@THEadrianbelew
adrian belew
5 years
this birthday thing’s not so bad. I don’t feel a day over 4 months! gee, I wish I still had that hat..
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@THEadrianbelew
adrian belew
6 years
I’m starting a new solo record tomorrow. got my drum kit locked and loaded.
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@THEadrianbelew
adrian belew
7 years
it’s nice to be a footnote. this is from the Simpson’s episode “Lisa Needs Braces”.
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@THEadrianbelew
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@THEadrianbelew
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4 months
news flash: Two Members of BEAT Share The Same Birthdate!! wow 🤩 amazing, two of the music masters of our times having the same birthdate. it's an honor to know them both. happy birthday mates!
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@THEadrianbelew
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I found a krimson setlist I made from 1984, our last tour of the 80's krimson. and what a crazy song order! I must have really wanted to try something different! the new otani hotel in tokyo is fabulous and is a favorite of many rock bands.
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@THEadrianbelew
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6 months
Who watched Rick Beato's interview with Steve Vai, Danny Carey, Tony Levin and myself as we discussed the upcoming BEAT tour in the fall? If you missed it catch the full interview here: #beat #beato #kingcrimson
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@THEadrianbelew
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our rehearsals are super duper in high gear! very exciting. and when we're not at the rehearsal space this is what I'm doing: signing VIP posters in my hotel room!
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@THEadrianbelew
adrian belew
6 years
today at 4:00 I finished all the recording needed for the new solo record! 12 tracks. POP-SIDED!
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@THEadrianbelew
adrian belew
2 years
LOOK AT THIS!!! our last night of the Remain in Light tour in New Haven Ct. and who turns up? Chris Frantz and Tina Weymouth! what a great batch of musical history these 4 are collectively responsible for (along with David Bryne and others of course).
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@THEadrianbelew
adrian belew
8 years
two of a perfect pair
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@THEadrianbelew
adrian belew
7 years
here’s the original Twang Bar King Fender Mustang from 1983. go to my facebook page to read about it.
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@THEadrianbelew
adrian belew
5 years
with David Bowie at Madison Square Garden, May 9, 1978. in the first two rows: Mick Jagger and Bianca, Dustin Hoffman, Andy Warhol, and The Talking Heads. no pressure.
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@THEadrianbelew
adrian belew
8 years
WOW!!
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@THEadrianbelew
adrian belew
5 years
Sound & Vision #bowie
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@THEadrianbelew
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9 years
RIP David. I love you.
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@THEadrianbelew
adrian belew
1 year
I’m very shocked!!! I'm a huge fan. I love this series, brilliant on every level and so music-centric. thank you @MarvelStudios and @Guardians for making me a part of this amazing legacy!
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GUARDIANS 3 is the most visually interesting Marvel movie in a very long time. A bit intense for kids, tho, so keep that in mind if bringing the family. Kinda shocked by the reference to Adrian Belew in a zillion dollar movie!
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@THEadrianbelew
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5 years
"People don’t bring up Adrian Belew enough, and I think he’s just as heavy as Fripp. Adrian plays straight from his heart, so some of his lead structures defy the classical approach to scales and teaching..." - Adam Jones (Tool) Thanks Adam! 😊🎸
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@THEadrianbelew
adrian belew
6 years
a great week of recording parts of 6 new songs.
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@THEadrianbelew
adrian belew
6 years
happy birthday to my bassist for the 12 years 🎉 it’s been fun julie slick!
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@THEadrianbelew
adrian belew
7 years
after 50 years of playing guitar I finally have a real Gibson Les Paul! and I’m loving playing it.
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@THEadrianbelew
adrian belew
2 months
Adrian and Tony talk about BEAT and their upcoming tour.
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@THEadrianbelew
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7 years
the fretless silver arrow.
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@THEadrianbelew
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5 months
Heads up BEAT fans. We have a couple new dates to announce as well as expanded capacity at some venues and expanded capacity venue changes. See details below and visit for more information, links and presale codes.
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@THEadrianbelew
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7 years
this is less than a year ago. so sad.
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@THEadrianbelew
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3 months
Here’s a behind the scenes photo of our promo session and a reminder that tickets are now available for all of the additional shows that were announced this week. For tickets and info visit: #beattour #kingcrimson 📸 by A.J. Chippero
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6 months
Adrian talking about BEAT with Steve Vai, Tony Levin and Danny Carey performing the 80’s music of King Crimson. For more information and tickets visit: #kingcrimson #beat #beattour
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@THEadrianbelew
adrian belew
2 years
Here's another fun clip from our Celebrating David Bowie rehearsals. We're on the road for two more weeks, come join us!
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@THEadrianbelew
adrian belew
7 years
look what I just got!! the first time in more than a decade new music I'm part of is available on vinyl! back to the future.
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@THEadrianbelew
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2 years
"ADRIAN BELEW IN NEW YORK CITY!!! Where he filmed BABY SNAKES w Frank Zappa Where he was asked to join the Talking Heads Where he was asked to join King Crimson Where he recorded Lodger with DAVID BOWIE Where he recorded YOU CAN CALL ME AL with Paul Simon at The Hit Factory...
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@THEadrianbelew
adrian belew
3 months
BEAT are proud to announce 21 MORE SHOWS Artist Pre Sale:  Tuesday June 25 @ 12pm ET Password:  BEATTOUR All pre sales end 10pm local time on Thurs June 27  General On Sale: Friday June 28 @ 10 am local time Tickets:
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@THEadrianbelew
adrian belew
7 years
happy new year!
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@THEadrianbelew
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7 years
my 1989 show at Club Soda, Montreal with David Bowie deciding to hire my trio for his Sound and Vision Tour. playing Club Soda again tonight
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@THEadrianbelew
adrian belew
2 years
the final touch. the bass drum head for the magic bruford drum kit has arrived!
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@THEadrianbelew
adrian belew
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last night was our third show and I was finally able to relax and enjoy every second. so many great things about the band, our crew, all the people behind the scenes, and the exhilarating atmosphere of the shows.
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@THEadrianbelew
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@THEadrianbelew
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2 years
A beautiful night in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado. Thank you, Beaver Creek! The Remain In Light Tour is in full gear. Onward to Oklahoma City.
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@THEadrianbelew
adrian belew
5 years
50 years since #Woodstock ? Well tonight, August 16th, Tony, Pat and myself along with Julie Slick, Markus Reuter, Saul Zonana and Johnnie Luca are going to have our own celebration at The Colony with a special one off show. And whatever you do, don’t eat the brown acid!
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@THEadrianbelew
adrian belew
8 years
PIPER IS NOMINATED For AN OSCAR. wow. what a feeling! my first film score!
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@THEadrianbelew
adrian belew
7 years
well, whattaya know! I just got this message from heaven. jimi is now playing a parker!
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@THEadrianbelew
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2 years
a packed house of happy people! 😀 thanks Denver!!! we love you
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@THEadrianbelew
adrian belew
7 years
my fender twins
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7 years
the Laurie Anderson Lightning Bolt guitar from the movie Home Of The Brave. over on my FB page.
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@THEadrianbelew
adrian belew
7 years
watch out Paris Berlin Munich Warsaw and London, GIZMoDRoME is coming to talk!!
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@THEadrianbelew
adrian belew
7 years
a huge thanks to everyone who sent birthday wishes 🎂
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@THEadrianbelew
adrian belew
7 years
what in the world has happened to the world.
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@THEadrianbelew
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5 years
Gizmodrome on the studio couch with our producer Claudio.
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@THEadrianbelew
adrian belew
9 years
chris squire was very kind to me. a great player. sad news. rip chris.
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adrian belew
7 years
Gizmodrome live in London!
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@THEadrianbelew
adrian belew
6 years
I am very saddened to lose another guitar-playing friend, Ed King. our thoughts go out to his wife Sharon and his friends and family.
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@THEadrianbelew
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7 years
today guitar on my FB page: the seldom seen Fender Showmaster.
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@THEadrianbelew
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8 years
recording in Milan with Vittorio Cosma,Stewart Copeland, and Mark King!
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@THEadrianbelew
adrian belew
5 years
and now ladies and gentlemen, it’s time to reveal the adrian belew Stage Shoe Selection for this part of the Pop Sided tour. !!!! pretty snazzy, huh? beginning this evening at the City Winery in Boston. yahooo!
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@THEadrianbelew
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7 years
stewart and adrian on a grand promo tour across europe. GIZMODROME is coming soon.
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@THEadrianbelew
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first day of tour breakfast in san jose: delicious french toast with blueberries. and my new stage rug!
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@THEadrianbelew
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8 years
every now and then it hits me: we won an Oscar!!
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@THEadrianbelew
adrian belew
6 years
may I post this wicked creation?
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@THEadrianbelew
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7 years
the last adrian belew signature parker fly.
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@THEadrianbelew
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10 months
We are thrilled to announce that Three of a Perfect Pair will be returning next year on August 5-9, 2024! Early Access Ticket Sale for previous campers begins on Thursday, November 30th at 12:00 PM EST. Tickets will be open to the public on Thursday, December 21st at 12 PM EST.
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@THEadrianbelew
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2 years
The Elevator Tour kicks of July 13th at the Turf Club in St. Paul, MN. We have another special announcement this Monday stay tuned!
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@THEadrianbelew
adrian belew
5 years
today I’m listening to The Man In The Moon in honor of my father Chester Ernest Belew. I love you dad.
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@THEadrianbelew
adrian belew
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Remain In Light will be returning to Santa Cruz in California on June 23. Join Jerry Harrison and myself as we celebrate the music of the Talking Heads! Pre-sale begins tomorrow at 10am. Sign up at to receive your access code. #talkingheads
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adrian belew
7 years
I am so blessed to have known my fellow Kentuckian Harry Dean. a one of a kind spirit. love you Harry Dean. I will truly miss you.
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@THEadrianbelew
adrian belew
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it’s the BIG sunday morning GIZMoDRoME signing! by the way, our rehearsals are set for february in milan. and you know what happens after rehearsals!
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@THEadrianbelew
adrian belew
2 years
Jerry Harrison & Adrian Belew will bring their Remain in Light tribute to more cities throughout the US this May & June. Pre-sale begins tomorrow at 10am local time. Sign up today at to receive your access code ahead the public sale this Friday.
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@THEadrianbelew
adrian belew
8 years
merry Christmas
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@THEadrianbelew
adrian belew
7 years
Happy Birthmark to my new band mate Stewart Copeland. you're catching up with me buddy. tonight your tequila's on me.
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@THEadrianbelew
adrian belew
5 years
Is Seattle ready to get POP-SIDED this weekend? We’re playing the Triple Door tonight and tomorrow. You have been warned!
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@THEadrianbelew
adrian belew
8 years
waiting for the plane to London for tomorrow's first Celebrating David Bowie show. what a huge entourage!
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@THEadrianbelew
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7 years
a 1962 Gretsch 6120 Chet Atkins.
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@THEadrianbelew
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2 years
Rehearsals are underway for the winter leg of Remain In Light tour, kicking off tomorrow in Colorado!  Boulder is sold out and there are a few tickets left in Denver & Beaver Creek.  Grab your tickets at . 📷: Nesto Hernandez
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@THEadrianbelew
adrian belew
2 years
a huge hug of THANK YOU to everyone who attended our tour. it was such great fun! and I trust you're enjoying your new copy of ELEVATOR and wearing your t-shirt right this moment 😉 here's a great review:
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@THEadrianbelew
adrian belew
2 years
Calling all St. Louis fans. We're bringing the Remain in Light show to The Factory tonight! It's still not too late to join the fun!
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@THEadrianbelew
adrian belew
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And that’s a wrap. Thank you to everyone that came out to support this round of shows for the POP-SIDED Tour. We’ll hit the road again in August and we have a few more shows to announce next week. Stay tuned and keep on smiling! #adrianbelew #kingcrimson #progrock
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@THEadrianbelew
adrian belew
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and BEAT begins. the photo, taken in my studio this morning, reunites three of the original tools from my sonic palette of the 80's Crimson: the first Twang Bar King guitar, the Roland GR-300 guitar synth, and the Roland Jazz Chorus JC-120 amp. ❤️
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ADRIAN BELEW'S 25TH SOLO RECORD IS HERE!! ELEVATOR features 12 brand new songs including the single A13 and the CD includes 38 of his new digital paintings. adrian wrote, produced, sang, and played all the instruments as usual. this is a MILESTONE few artists reach.
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@THEadrianbelew
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Is the Pacific Northwest ready to Remain in Light? We’re bringing the music of the #TalkingHeads to Seattle, Portland and Vancouver this week! 📸 ShowLove Media
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@THEadrianbelew
adrian belew
7 years
I'm driving my pink T-Bird today! thursday I fly in to madrid to begin touring Europe. HEY EUROPE! DON'T MISS THIS SHOW!!
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@THEadrianbelew
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my 15 seconds of fame. this is me as a budding young photographer on the Simpson’s.
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