Larry Mullen Jr.
Larry Mullen Junior (born 31 October 1961) is an Irish drummer. He is a member of the rock band U2. Mullen was born in Dublin, Ireland.
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| Background information | |
| Birth name | Laurence[1] Joseph Mullen, Jr. |
| Born | 31 October 1961 |
| Origin | Artane, Dublin, Ireland |
| Genres | Rock, post-punk, alternative rock |
| Occupation(s) | Musician, songwriter, actor |
| Instruments | Drums, percussion, vocals, synthesiser |
| Years active | 1976–present |
| Associated acts | U2 Automatic Baby Passengers |
| Website | www.u2.com |
Besides U2, Larry has worked with other musicians, including: Nanci Griffith, Daniel Lanois, Emmylou Harris, Robbie Robertson, Paul Brady and B.B. King. Because of the Irish National Football team's bid for the World Cup in 1990, Mullen co-wrote and co-produced the anthem "Put 'Em Under Pressure." He also worked with U2's Adam Clayton on the theme for the 1996 movie Mission: Impossible. Mullen and Clayton joined with Mike Mills and Michael Stipe of R.E.M. to form the group "Automatic Baby" for Bill Clinton's Presidential inauguration in 1993 at MTV's Inaugural Ball.
Larry Mullen Jr. Media
Mullen performing in Melbourne on the Joshua Tree Tour 2019
Mullen's martial drumming style was influenced by his experience in marching bands as an adolescent, during which he focused on the snare drum.
Mullen performing in Manchester in 2018
Mullen's snare drum, on display in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
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References
- ↑ Edge, Adam Clayton, Larry Mullen Jr. (9 October 2007). U2 by U2. HarperCollins. ISBN 978-0-06-077674-9.
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