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U2 Drummer Unsure He Can Sustain Full Shows Night After Night
U2 drummer Larry Mullen Jr. says a chronic neck injury left him unable to play and forced him to miss the band’s Las Vegas Sphere residency; he underwent high-risk surgery, including a risk of paralysis, to try to return. He has now rejoined the group for rehearsals and live performances, though he remains uncertain how well he can manage a full tour.
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About Larry Mullen Jr.
Laurence Joseph Mullen Jr. is an Irish musician, best known as the drummer and co-founder of the rock band U2. A member of the band since its inception, he has recorded 15 studio albums with U2. Mullen's distinctive, almost military drumming style developed from his playing martial beats in childhood marching bands.
Everything about Larry Mullen Jr. →- Occupation
- drummer, film score composer, songwriter, actor
- Citizenship
- Ireland
- Born
- October 31, 1961