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Jim Root

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Jim Root
Background information
Birth nameJames Root
Born (1971-10-02) October 2, 1971 (age 52)
Des Moines, Iowa, U.S.
GenresHeavy metal, hard rock
InstrumentsGuitar
Years active1992–present
WebsiteSlipknot Website
Stone Sour Website

James "Jim" Root (born October 2, 1971) is an American musician. He is the guitarist for both Slipknot and Stone Sour. In Slipknot he is named #4. He is the tallest member of the band at 6 feet and 6 inches tall. Jim wears a court jester's mask with a zip-up mouth. Jim enjoys fishing and playing video games in his free time.