GaptoothDiva Real Talk with BFF Bridget Selby Ft. Interview w/ Rap Duo Yung OG's

Published: Nov. 5, 2010, 1 a.m.

?????With all the “coonery-bafoonery” and rachetness going on in the world, The GaptoothDiva decided to do some real talk discussion with one of the most honest and sincere individuals in her life, Bridget Selby of Gesher International. Bridget is a Virginia native and UVA graduate. She has taught elementary and middle school students and owned and operated a nanny service in California for 5 years. She is the Revelationz@Sunset consulting team member. She is also currently establishing Gesher (meaning "bridge" in Hebrew) International, which is essentially a networking hub that "bridges" people, places, resources, and opportunities to the passionate and underserved. Gesher also collaborates with and supports other businesses, ministries, and other "people serving" entities involved in such things as education, mental health and wellness, childcare, and food procurement. Its goal is to make communities aware of resources so people can help care for and heal themselves, pursue dreams, and live life instead of just surviving. GaptoothDiva Featured Artist of the Week Yung OG’s members include Artavian Gilliam (born on June 10, 1981, in Richmond, VA) and Dontevous Williams (born September 16, 1984, in Augusta, GA). The Yung OG’s are powerhouse rappers which use their powerful songwriting abilities as well as off the top freestyles abilities to create an impressive string of hit singles. Artavian Gilliam (Tave Getem) and Dontevous Williams (DirtyRed) met each other in March 2010 where they had a lyrical battle which made each gain respect for the other’s skills. They then formed the group Yung OG’s. The Yung OG’s are unsigned artist but have been requested to perform at many clubs such as: Harlem Café, Skyy Lounge, The Red Room Lounge, and Vision Makers Convention Center. The group is working on their first album as well as a mixtape which is set to be out January 2011.