Slipknot’s Jim Root Loves Pop Music, Had His “Mind Blown” By Ariana Grande
When one thinks of Slipknot, they may not immediately assume that the band members are huge pop fans. But in a new interview, guitarist Jim Root confessed that not only does he love pop music, but he had his mind blown by Ariana Grande’s music. While speaking to Jim for Ireland’s Joe, interviewer Dave Hanratty said that he considered Slipknot a pop band, clarifying that he means that “with the ultimate respect.” “I consider that a compliment!” responded Jim. “I love pop music — not necessarily modern pop music, but I was introduced to Brit pop, kinda found that later on after it bloomed and happened…When we first started touring, we’d do these in-stores constantly, like in the UK, these crazy in-stores all ...
