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Two of the biggest rising stars in hip-hop will descend upon Stanford’s campus this weekend for a free show, Stanford Blackfest. On Sunday, May 3, Samara Cyn and J.I.D. are set to rock the university’s outdoor amphitheater.
An annual showcase of top-tier talent combined with a family-reunion vibe, Stanford Blackfest dates back five decades. The event started as a social gathering for African American students, organized by the Black Community Services Center and the Black Student Union. Over the years it’s welcomed some of the biggest names in music, including Future, E-40, Kendrick Lamar and more. Last year, San Francisco’s Larry June brought a healthy dose of game to The Farm.
Cyn, a frequent collaborator with Oakland’s Ovrkast., has etched a large following over the past five years. The Los Angeles-based artist recently released Detour, a follow-up to her acclaimed 2024 album The Drive Home. Last year, she was named Billboard’s Hip-Hop Rookie of the Month, was included in the 2025 XXL Freshman class and performed on The Daily Show…