The Grammy-winning producer behind New Jack Swing and landmark hits will release ‘Remember the Times,’ offering an inside look at a genre-shaping career.
The memoir takes its title from “Remember the Time,” the Michael Jackson classic Riley co-wrote and co-produced during the singer’s “Dangerous” era. Throughout the book, Riley traces his role in shaping multiple generations of popular sound, from the emergence of New Jack Swing to its influence on contemporary global pop music.
Beyond commercial success, the memoir examines the realities of working in a fast-changing industry. Riley details moments of creative collaboration, professional tension, and perseverance, while recounting the formation of his groups Guy and Blackstreet.
He also reflects on the making of influential records such as Bobby Brown’s “My Prerogative” and Doug E. Fresh’s “The Show,” projects that helped establish new sonic standards.
Riley’s story is also shaped by his work with some of the most recognizable names in music. The book includes reflections on collaborations with Whitney Houston, Mary J. Blige, Lady Gaga, and Michael Jackson, whose partnership with Riley remains one of the most celebrated of his career.
Early reactions suggest the book delivers a vivid portrait of both the man and the music. Pharrell Williams praised Riley as “an incredible mixologist of so many different styles,” while Library Journal said longtime fans will be “wildly entertained.” Another outlet noted the memoir’s accessible tone and its broad look at how popular music evolved alongside Riley’s career.
With “Remember the Times,” Riley offers readers a front-row seat to the sounds, stories, and decisions that helped shape modern music.
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Source: Black Enterprise
