James Donald Root (born October 2, 1971) [2] [3] is an American guitarist. He is one of two guitarists for heavy metal band Slipknot , in which he is designated #4 , as well as the former lead guitarist for rock band Stone Sour .

Oct 6, 2022 · Jim Root and Mick Thomson on the depression, wild gear experiments and chaos theory behind Slipknot’s devastating new album

May 1, 2020 · Known as #4, Jim Root has formed half of Slipknot’s brutal six-string assault for 20 years. As he steps into the rarified air of his fourth signature model with Fender, we talk classic designs, playing with lightsabres and why he still finds guitar solos stressful.

Mar 2, 2025 · Discover 18 incredible facts about the talented guitarist, Jim Root, known for his work with Slipknot and Stone Sour. Uncover his impressive musical journey and surprising personal life in this captivating article.

Sep 23, 2022 · GUITAR SHOWCASE 2022: Jim Root joins us from his garage-cum-writing space over Zoom and is taking the opportunity to chain smoke and talk shop, the first order of business being his new signature guitar collaboration with Charvel on a San Dimas Style 1.

Oct 2, 2023 · Jim Root, known for his work in Slipknot and a 13-year-stint in Stone Sour, is one of these rare cases, where his guitar playing elevated not only one but two bands to outstanding critical and...

Jun 17, 2024 · Since Root stepped into Slipknot, and shook the world alongside Corey Taylor, the band has unleashed an additional six records, the last being 2022's The End, So Far. Along the way, Root has weaved his way back in and out of Stone Sour and dropped a host of tasty signature guitars.

Dec 13, 2024 · Slipknot guitarist Jim Root has joined the chorus of people impatient for the band to release Look Outside Your Window.

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.

Jan 22, 2020 · In a brand new interview with Dave Hanratty of Ireland's Joe, SLIPKNOT guitarist Jim Root reflected on his 2016 disc replacement surgery which he underwent just as the band was closing out its...