Larry Mullen Jr. of U2's songs, helping to evoke military imagery. During the recording of the album "Pop" in 1996, Mullen suffered from severe back problems. Recording was delayed due to surgery. When he left the hospital, he arrived back in the studio to find the rest of the band experimenting more than ever with electronic drum machines, something driven largely by guitarist The Edge's interest in dance and hip-hop music, and, given his weakness after the operation, he relented, allowing The Edge to continue using drum machines, which contributed heavily to the album's electronic feel. Mullen has had tendinitis problems throughout his
Samuel Mullen and Company under the name of Robertson and Mullens Ltd. Samuel Mullen Samuel Mullen (27 November 1828 – 29 May 1890) was an Irish-born bookseller, active in Australia. Mullen was born in Dublin, Ireland, the son of George Mullen, a bookseller, and his wife Eliza, "née" Orson. Mullen was educated at Nuttgrove College and later at Trinity College, Dublin. At age 16, Mullen was indentured to an apothecary, but did not like the work. In 1844 Mullen was apprenticed to William Curry and Company Booksellers and some time afterwards went to England and joined the firm of Parker and Company.