Baker Artist Portfolios

Devin Robinson, professionally known as GMD Dev, is a Baltimore based performing artist, recording artist, actor, film producer, creative director, and entrepreneur whose work spans music, film, and community focused development. He is a founding member of Global Minded Demeanor GMD, a hip hop collective rooted in Baltimore City whose work reflects the complexity of growing up across multiple environments shaped by struggle, love, pain, resilience, and survival. GMD’s music speaks to navigating toxic conditions without becoming consumed by them, emphasizing growth, accountability, and evolution similar to a rose growing through concrete.

As both a solo artist and a member of GMD, Devin has spent over five years building a consistent and respected presence in Baltimore’s live performance scene. Together and individually, GMD Dev and his group partners have produced and performed at independent showcases, curated events, and community based performances, while also opening for nationally recognized artists visiting the city. Their performances are high energy, engaging, and intentionally designed to be fun and memorable, bringing people together through shared experience. Audiences are not simply watching a show but participating in an atmosphere that encourages connection, movement, and collective presence.

GMD Dev’s artistic practice is centered on live performance as a tool for connection, transformation, and joy. Whether performing solo material or group sets with GMD, his work balances lived experience and emotional truth with excitement and celebration. Performances often include crowd interaction and shared moments that allow audiences to leave with something lasting, whether inspiration, reflection, motivation, or a deeper connection to the community around them.

In addition to music, Devin is an accomplished actor and independent film producer. He has written, produced, co directed, and starred in multiple narrative films, including the urban crime drama Decisions film series, the romantic comedy thriller Don’t Trust, and the psychological horror thriller Leonard. His films have screened theatrically and reached audiences through major streaming platforms. This background in film strengthens his live performance practice by sharpening his storytelling instincts, emotional range, and ability to design cohesive and impactful experiences across both stage and screen.

Beyond the arts, Devin is also a licensed real estate professional who actively serves and educates his community, helping individuals and families work toward stability and ownership. This work informs his creative leadership and reinforces his commitment to building sustainable pathways for growth. Across music, film, and real estate, Devin consistently prioritizes access, opportunity, and visibility for Baltimore creatives who may not otherwise have traditional industry support.

Operating independently, Devin has built a growing artist led ecosystem that values collaboration, execution, and creative momentum. Through Global Minded Demeanor and his production work, he continues to create platforms that allow artists to experiment, refine their craft, and reach new audiences through live events, performances, and original content.

With dedicated support and residency opportunities, GMD Dev and Global Minded Demeanor are prepared to expand their live performance practice by developing immersive, audience centered events that merge music, storytelling, and community engagement within historic performance spaces. Their work is designed not only to entertain, but to reflect Baltimore’s lived realities while offering joy, connection, and long term creative sustainability for artists and audiences alike.