Jam Master Jay: References & Edit History

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Type Description Contributor Date
Modified link of Web site: AllMusic - Jam Master Jay. Sep 02, 2026
Noted that Jay Bryant pleaded guilty to being involved in Jam Master Jay's murder. Apr 27, 2026
Anniversary information added. Jan 17, 2026
Noted that Karl Jordan, Jr.'s conviction was overturned. Dec 19, 2025
Anniversary information added. Oct 26, 2025
Add new Web site: CNN US - Jam Master Jay’s life and death and the long search for the Run-DMC DJ’s killers. Dec 06, 2024
Add new Web site: African American Registry - Jam Master Jay, Rapper born. Oct 07, 2024
First paragraph modernization. May 10, 2024
Noted that two men were convicted of his murder. Feb 27, 2024
Add new Web site: BBC News - Jam Master Jay: Third man charged over death of Run-DMC star. Dec 20, 2023
New article added. Dec 15, 2022
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