Alright, which of the 2 has your preference? Both had a distinct sound in the 90s with the East Coast being a bit more aggressive sounding and West Coast more smooth / laid back.
Random East Coast lineup:
Mobb Deep, Nas, AZ, Biggie, Rakim, KRS One, Smif n Wessun, Wu Tang Clan, Jay Z, Big Pun, Big L, DMX, MOP, EPMD, Onyx, Kool G Rap, Masta Ace, Naughty by Nature, Redman, Gang Starr, Pete Rock & CL Smooth, Lords of the Underground, Lost Boyz, Group Home, OC.
Random West Coast...
West Coast vs East Coast hiphop