New Yorker Teddy Riley reflects on his experiences in the music industry, particularly his collaborations with iconic artists like Michael Jackson and Pharrell Williams. He discusses the evolution of American music and the importance of loyalty in both music and politics. Riley shares personal anecdotes from his upbringing in Harlem and his journey as a music producer, emphasizing the significance of spending time on music to create lasting impact.
Robyn Curnow asked him what was it like working with Michael Jackson and Teddy tells her that working with Michael was like working with your best friend.
He said, ‘you're sleeping at the studio?
I'm sleeping at the studio.’
I said, ‘but you don't sleep at studios….
you can go home.’
He said, ‘no, you're on this project 24 —
I’m on it 24.’”
Chapters
00:00 The Art of Music Production
02:44 Reflections on American Politics
06:01 Growing Up in Harlem and Early Music Experiences
10:07 Collaborating with Legends: Michael Jackson and Pharrell Williams
18:21 The Impact of Music Across Generations
20:00 The Evolution of American Music
23:05 Politics and Loyalty in America
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