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Remembering Jam Master Jay Today on the 24th Anniversary of His Passing (October 30, 2002)

October 30, 2026 Albumism Staff
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Please join the Albumism team in celebrating Jam Master Jay’s musical legacy and revisit audio & video highlights from his career below!

Born: January 21, 1965
Died: October 30, 2002
Biography | Discography (Run-DMC Studio Albums):

Run-D.M.C. (1984) | Read More
King of Rock (1985) | Read More
Raising Hell (1986) | Read More
Tougher Than Leather (1988) | Read More
Back from Hell (1990)
Down with the King (1993) | Read More
Crown Royal (2001) 

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