There are so many MC's so it's really a chore picking the faves but there are some that are just in another league (as they never tire of reminding us).
I agree on what you said about D Double E nice boy, he particularly shined in the Tubby dubstep session i heard a while ago. I miss Munk from the Generals line-up, he brought balance to the trio even if he wasn't the best lyricist...
I can appreciate what Dizzee is trying to do, being 'bigger than grime' and all, but my opinion of him is irreparably damaged. Mind you that sidewinder Slimzee set is still unbeatable...
Wiley i'm starting to tire of but there's no denying he's always been at the top with flow and lyrics; 'Newham Generals War Dub' still sends shivers down my spine!
Always liked Tempa T, his style is quite unique but i don't know where the hell he's gone.
Nothing needs to be said about Goodz cos he's just fantastic, from Durrty Whirl to Axiom.
After getting hold of all of JME's Boy Better Know mixtapes nothing hits you quite like the first time you hear the debut but he occasionally surprises you and he consistently tries to be different - Skepta is bless. Meridian as a group are good, i have an impressive Sidewinder set by them.
Memory blank means i can't think of many more but the youngerz that have got my attention..Chipmunk being the top of the pile, Icekid, Devlin is always good value, i've yet to hear Young Dot...Cookie and the 'motivation music' volumes i have enjoyed thus far also.
i personally am dying to hear more from Lykez if only just because 'i don't give a fuck' was so shower...
Oh and the jury's out for me on the Movement in general, their solo efforts seem to lack the punch of the fuck radio stuff or whatever. That's a whopping great generalization mind, 'tales from the crypt' i enjoyed if only to hear some socially conscious lyrics by Devs that i didn't expect.
You're right this does all feel very anal but what the hell! let's not forget the DJ's either...
and i would like to see a worst grime MC's thread, i have a few bones to pick...what the fuck is Jammer playing at?
you just know there are gonna be people gritting their teeth at this indulgent enthusiasts thread
when the going gets weird the weird turn pro
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