Not looking beyond UK/US to be honest, Panjabi MC and ADF in my eyes being squarely in the former camp, as is M.I.A. MC Solaar would be a possible exception alright. Irish hiphop I know nothing about beyond Collie!
Seriously overlooked a lot of candidates, Boogie Down Productions being one, well KRS-One at least, and the Jungle Brothers another. Most shamefully, though, I forgot to put in some PM Dawn!
Unless you're talking pre about 1993 I'll treat that comment with the contempt normally reserved for all those overpaid bling-merchants constantly banging on about how great they are.
Those types aside, some great suggestions throughout, a lot to look into. Looking like a double CD now though.
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