Awesome post!
I've loved Asaf Avidan's music for a while - he's one talented guy with a unique voice.
I also have loved Balkan Beatbox for ages.
There's a couple bands from Israel that I love, but aren't on your list.
Shotey Hanevua - Kol Gal Gal is such a beautiful song and a classic!
Sheva - although they're not together anymore, I met them back in 2005 when they toured Australia and became good friends with Avishai and Amir, who moved to my town-area, Byron Bay/Mullumbimby.