London Posse

Among the earliest British outfits to earn genuine respect in rap circles, London Posse crafted verses atop sharply crafted ragamuffin rhythms while incorporating cockney inflections as an additional flourish. The group nevertheless shared in the overt misogyny that gangsta rappers brought to greater prominence, as evidenced by cuts such as “Sexy Gal” and “Living,” which portrayed women collectively as intent on stripping the artists of their earnings. Wit and an instinctive grasp of groove nevertheless allowed London Posse to temper these street-level cautions. In terms of style, the record stood out for its delivery modeled on Eric B And Rakim.