Nicholas Baker

Many say that the true feeling of expression is being sacrificed for the almighty dollar. That the music that once dwelled only in the streets of New York is now battling to keep its true identity while it grows. Though hip - hop music is highly saturated with artists of different backgrounds, sounds, and hometowns, many still believe the creativity factor once making hip- hop such an innovative sound has been lost to the overwhelming demand for "commercial songs".

As the battle ensues, along comes Washington, D.C. born Nicholas Baker, (formerly known as Nick L Bagg) who, before anything else, is a true lover of all music. He believes hip-hop has no boundaries and should be pushed as far as she can go. Being a rap artist, as well as a producer, he feels he can impact the music industry with heart-felt lyrics and soulful music.

Baker’s music can be best described as versatile. By blending and experimenting with all types of sounds, he tries to find new and innovative ways to take the music to another level. He prides himself on being a “True MC”, who can attack any type of music with creative and different flow styles. Whether through his lyrics or through his music, Baker’s goal is to make people aware and change lives. Touching a wide variety of topics, with his sound he strives to inform, help, and comfort others.

Born Devin Gross, the child of a single-parent home (mother), Nick was introduced to music at an early age. He played instruments all the way through grade school, but it was not until Fairmont Heights High School did he realize his true love for music. His music teacher, Mary Cole helped him realize music was not just a hobby but a passion, and it was what he wanted to do for the rest of his life. He went on to attend Hampton University where he studied Music Engineering. Determined to learn all there was about recording, he stayed in the studio perfecting mic skills and learning music production.

Nicholas is signed to Mid East Records, a co- founder of Bully Music Group in collaboration with artist/producer Donnie Brasco, and the Lead rapper for D.C.’s own Obsession Band. He has done numerous events for AIDS Awareness, Child Abuse, and most recently was a featured artist for a domestic violence event at Zanzibar with guest speaker Mildred Muhammad, the ex-wife of D.C. sniper John Allen Muhammad. Nicholas gives back to his community whenever he can and is prepared to make his mark on the music industry. He has performed on the same stage as some of the best and has hopes of being remembered as one. So be on the look out for D.C. bred, “Air to the Throne”, Nicholas Baker!