Jim Root has admirably described how he can lose himself in a guitar and recording equipment in a way that is better than losing himself in drinking his troubles away.
“At least if my problems are still there after putting an arrangement together of music, at least I have something to show for it other than a hangover and bad breath.” Jim Root, 2014
Jim’s got it all when it comes to the guitar. His skills, his songwriting, and even his philosophy on music are all qualities that all guitarists should strive to emulate. That said, it would probably come as a surprise to hear how he has described his practice habits in a recent interview with Tone-Talk. Today, we are going to discuss what he has shared in that interview and address important considerations for guitarists who want to play like pros, impress others, and impress themselves. If you're stuck at a rung on the skill ladder that's lower than where you want to be, you better listen up. As we dive into this, it's important to realize that Jim Root shares what his practice habits look like now as a top-tier rockstar with decades of professional experience under his belt. Not to mention the countless hours he's put into developing his skills prior to his success. Plus, when you're playing sets that are over an hour long every night, it's safe to consider that to be some form of practice.
This discussion is for aspiring rockstars and shredders out there who want to reach their fullest potential on their instruments. Keep notes to yourself to see if you relate to any of what Jim says.
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