Talking in terms of "stature" kills the whole argument, though, Lasa - stature comes with time, and active composers haven't had that. For all we know people will revere Richard D. James' or Mark Hollis' bodies of work in centuries to come.
That stature comes with time is a good point. I doubt the music of Richard D. James is going to be taught at music academies in the future, though.
--
Full rap metal jacket ~ Method Man