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Jim Root
- Real/full name:
- James Donald Root
- Age:
- 41 (born Oct 2nd, 1971)
- Place of origin:
- United States (Des Moines, Iowa)
- Gender:
- Male
Slipknot
Guitars (1999-present)
Stone Sour
Guitars (1995-1997, 2002-present)
| Added by: BuffaloWings666 | Modified by: Azmodes |
| Added on: 2011-04-09 18:21:51 | Last modified on: 2013-01-16 10:22:59 |
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Biography
Root, also known as #4, is an American guitarist better known for his work as rhythm and lead guitarist for the nu metal band Slipknot and for the alternative rock band Stone Sour. Prior to joining Slipknot in 1999, he worked as a screenprinter, waiter and busboy. He is in a relationship with Cristina Scabbia.Trivia
Root has had his own signature guitars released by Fender.