Even in dyscalculia, rhythm is something that can be felt, not counted.

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The Journey of Larry Mullen Jr.
As a teenager, Larry Mullen Jr. founded U2 in 1976 without having a dream that one day it would be one of the biggest rock bands in history. As a drummer, his style has always been natural and groove-oriented, often centered around hard-hitting beats more than around elaborate time signatures. This style has been a defining feature of U2’s unique sound, with songs such as “Sunday Bloody Sunday” and “Where the Streets Have No Name” bearing witness to his forceful, military-inspired drum style.

Mullen’s ability to compensate for his dyscalculia has been a key to his success. As a substitute for math-based counting, he uses muscle memory, patterns, and hearing to maintain time and play intricate drum parts. This keeps him in rhythm in his playing despite his learning handicap.

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