Web 2.0: Top 8 People to Follow on Twitter

Before heading into Twitteropolis, you should read this article to get familiar with some of the company's behind-the-scenes ops, the future and what all the hype is about. Now, to get you started (or if you're already started but a few random tweets away from deleting your account or ever checking it again) here are some folks providing interesting and informative verbage on Twitter. Did I mention they're big in Japan?

The Mixologist
Because anyone who shows you how to make a better drink has a place in my heart.

Cobra Commander
Too.Much.Funny. A real-world view behind leading your favorite FICTIONAL terrorist organization from the 80's via the head snake in charge.

Tiny Buddha
Everyone's favorite fatboy dispenses pearls of wisdom. Way more meaningful than a fortune cookie.

2 Much Muzik
If you're a music fiend, you can't go wrong with the selections. Variety tracks in every message.

Guy Kawasaki
My favorite Apple evangelist and the genius behind the website that saved my life.

Biz Stone
The head honcho behind this whole Twitter deal.

iPhone Development Camp
Speaking of Apple...

Kanyeezy
The internet's other favorite MC.

Honorable Mentions: Google or Twitter search 'em
Asher Roth
Nas' Baby Momma
Maki of Dosh Dosh
Aubrey Sabala
LeoLaPorte
Kevin Rose
Mandy Lynn
Sickamore
Kid Fury
Final Draft
Megatokyo
Mick Boogie (who doesn't update much but promises to do better)
DJ Irie (See: Mick Boogie)
ChasDizz
Marvelous Mo'(Who I really, REALLY wouldn't mind seeing more of)
Go.To(Who I really, REALLY wouldn't mind seeing more of)
Necole Bitchie (Who I really, REALLY wouldn't mind seeing more of)
Method Man
Marcus Troy

and then you can always see what I'm doing which is alot less than what I should be. I promise to do better.

Have fun!