James Root

James Root (October 2, 1971), is a guitarist, known mainly for the nine piece nu metal band, Slipknot. James, a former guitar teacher, joined and replaced Slipknot's previous guitarist, Josh Brainard shortly after the completion of Slipknot's debut self-titled album. James is the tallest member of Slipknot at 6'6, and known for wearing a Jester mask with a zipper like mouth. James is also in two side project bands with two different Slipknot members, Stone Sour with singer Corey Taylor, and The Rapists with guitarist Mick Thompson.

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October 2 - 1971 - Guitarist - Nu metal - Slipknot - Josh Brainard - Album - Stone Sour - Corey Taylor - The Rapists - Mick Thompson

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