Larry Mullen Jr. (born 31 October 1961) is an Irish drummer best known as the long-serving timekeeper for the rock band U2. He grew up in Dublin, Ireland, and has been a core member of the group since its formation.
Work outside U2
In addition to his commitments with U2, Mullen has collaborated with a variety of other musicians. His outside projects have included recordings and performances with artists such as Nanci Griffith, Daniel Lanois, Emmylou Harris, Robbie Robertson, Paul Brady and B.B. King.
When the World Cup campaign of the Republic of Ireland reached public attention in 1990, Mullen co-wrote and co-produced the official team anthem "Put 'Em Under Pressure." Later, he teamed up with U2 bandmate Adam Clayton to record a version of the theme for the 1996 movie Mission: Impossible.
During the inauguration festivities for President Bill Clinton in 1993, Mullen and Clayton performed with Mike Mills and Michael Stipe of R.E.M.. That ad hoc group, billed as "Automatic Baby," played at the MTV's Inaugural Ball as part of the Presidential inauguration events.