Adrian Belew “He Just Wanted Me to Go Wild on the Guitar”: Adrian Belew Reveals How David Bowie Helped Him Become a More Creative Player The guitarist recalls his “wild and unusual” approach to recording the final instalment of Bowie’s Berlin Trilogy, 'Lodger' Heard on Classic Records by the Cult, the Smiths, Frank Zappa, David Bowie, Metallica, Talking Heads, King Crimson and More, the Boss and Roland Chorus Sounds Are a Mainstay of Rock A brief history of artists’ affection for Boss and Roland’s industry-leading chorus effects “He Will Eventually Be Remembered as One of the Great Composers of Our Time”: Adrian Belew, Don Preston, Mike Keneally and Jon Anderson Remember Frank Zappa The musical method behind the perceived madness of a “genius” guitarist Grid List Latest Adrian Belew “I Remember Hearing ‘Heroes’ for the First Time… 18 Months Later, I Was Playing It Live With David”: Adrian Belew, Todd Rundgren and Scrote Salute David Bowie By Mark McStea published 26 October 22 The guitarists discuss their epic ‘Celebrating David Bowie’ show “It’s Still a Record That Stands up Today, Very, Very Well:” Adrian Belew and Jerry Harrison Talk ‘Remain in Light’ By Joe Bosso published 25 October 22 The pair celebrate the Talking Heads’ 1980 milestone with a special live performance Watch Todd Rundgren’s Buck Wild "No. 1 Lowest Common Denominator" Guitar Solo By Rod Brakes published 22 June 22 Video The Renaissance man of rock paints a surreal sonic landscape in this furious performance. Video Watch King Crimson Light Up Late Night TV with "Elephant Talk" in 1981 By Jackson Maxwell published 16 May 22 From monster Chapman Stick riffs to whammy bar wackiness, this video has it all. Adrian Belew on Alternate Tuning Inspirations, 35-voice Strats, and Why His DigiTech iStomp Remains a Pedalboard Staple By Michael Ross last updated 13 May 22 Prog-rock’s perennial superpower makes a feel-good album for hard-luck times. New King Crimson Documentary, In the Court of the Crimson King, Set for Premiere in March By Jackson Maxwell published 7 February 22 You can view the trailer for the Toby Amies-directed film, which features interviews with both current and former members of the prog-rock institution. Dean DeLeo Names His Top Five Most Underrated Solos By Guitar Player Staff published 20 January 22 The Stone Temple Pilots guitarist and songwriter shines some light on these lesser-known gems. Adrian Belew Reveals How Eddie Van Halen Took Guitar Playing "To the Next Level," Before He Even Had a Record Deal By Jackson Maxwell published 20 December 21 The King Crimson guitarist was blown away by a young, unsigned Van Halen at the Whisky a Go-Go. The Foxx Tone Machine Was the Fuzz of Choice for Peter Frampton, Billy Gibbons, and Adrian Belew By Dave Hunter published 15 November 21 With its fuzzy looks, sound, and feel this was the dirt box to beat in the '70s. Adrian Belew's Electric Guitar Collection By Mac Randall last updated 12 July 21 GP takes a look at the Frank Zappa, David Bowie, Talking Heads and Nine Inch Nails (to name a few) veteran's sprawling collection. 12 Get The Pick Newsletter All the latest guitar news, interviews, lessons, reviews, deals and more, direct to your inbox! Name: Your Email Address : Contact me with news and offers from other Future brands Receive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsors Thank you for signing up to GuitarPlayer. You will receive a verification email shortly. There was a problem. Please refresh the page and try again. MOST READ1A Firm Favorite of Ry Cooder and Dan Auerbach, Here's Why the Humble Gold-Foil Pickup Can Deliver About as Much Aural Magic as Any of the A-List Coils2“I Kind of Stole Ed...And That Wasn’t Something That Happened Very Often”: Brian May Expounds on Eddie Van Halen’s Role in the Fabled ‘Star Fleet Project’3“You Have to Account for Tales…I Don’t Think We’d Be the Same Group Without It”: Steve Howe Talks Yes's ‘Tales From Topographic Oceans’ and Other Milestone Albums4Best Acoustic Guitar Amps 2023: Top Acoustic Amplifiers And Preamp Pedals5Summon the Power of the Metal Gods and Add Some of Michael Schenker’s Magic to Your Own Playing in This in-Depth Lesson
“I Remember Hearing ‘Heroes’ for the First Time… 18 Months Later, I Was Playing It Live With David”: Adrian Belew, Todd Rundgren and Scrote Salute David Bowie By Mark McStea published 26 October 22 The guitarists discuss their epic ‘Celebrating David Bowie’ show
“It’s Still a Record That Stands up Today, Very, Very Well:” Adrian Belew and Jerry Harrison Talk ‘Remain in Light’ By Joe Bosso published 25 October 22 The pair celebrate the Talking Heads’ 1980 milestone with a special live performance
Watch Todd Rundgren’s Buck Wild "No. 1 Lowest Common Denominator" Guitar Solo By Rod Brakes published 22 June 22 Video The Renaissance man of rock paints a surreal sonic landscape in this furious performance.
Watch King Crimson Light Up Late Night TV with "Elephant Talk" in 1981 By Jackson Maxwell published 16 May 22 From monster Chapman Stick riffs to whammy bar wackiness, this video has it all.
Adrian Belew on Alternate Tuning Inspirations, 35-voice Strats, and Why His DigiTech iStomp Remains a Pedalboard Staple By Michael Ross last updated 13 May 22 Prog-rock’s perennial superpower makes a feel-good album for hard-luck times.
New King Crimson Documentary, In the Court of the Crimson King, Set for Premiere in March By Jackson Maxwell published 7 February 22 You can view the trailer for the Toby Amies-directed film, which features interviews with both current and former members of the prog-rock institution.
Dean DeLeo Names His Top Five Most Underrated Solos By Guitar Player Staff published 20 January 22 The Stone Temple Pilots guitarist and songwriter shines some light on these lesser-known gems.
Adrian Belew Reveals How Eddie Van Halen Took Guitar Playing "To the Next Level," Before He Even Had a Record Deal By Jackson Maxwell published 20 December 21 The King Crimson guitarist was blown away by a young, unsigned Van Halen at the Whisky a Go-Go.
The Foxx Tone Machine Was the Fuzz of Choice for Peter Frampton, Billy Gibbons, and Adrian Belew By Dave Hunter published 15 November 21 With its fuzzy looks, sound, and feel this was the dirt box to beat in the '70s.
Adrian Belew's Electric Guitar Collection By Mac Randall last updated 12 July 21 GP takes a look at the Frank Zappa, David Bowie, Talking Heads and Nine Inch Nails (to name a few) veteran's sprawling collection.
