# Teddy Riley to Be Honored at Fisk University’s Gold & Blue Jubilee Celebration in Nashville

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- Published: 2026-11-05T15:47:22-05:00
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**NASHVILLE, TN (November 5, 2026)** – Legendary music producer **Teddy Riley**,
widely recognized as the architect of New Jack Swing, will take center stage Thursday
evening as Fisk University celebrates his extraordinary contributions to music and
culture during the **2026 Gold & Blue Jubilee Honors Celebration** at the National
Museum of African American Music in Nashville.

Hosted by the Fisk University Alumni Association and the Fisk Jubilee Singers Alumni
Association, the annual celebration recognizes influential figures whose work has
helped shape music, culture, and their communities. This year’s theme, **“The Architect
of Sound, Strategy & Legacy,”** pays tribute to Riley’s groundbreaking career and
the lasting influence of his signature sound.

Few producers have left a mark on contemporary R&B and hip-hop quite like Riley.
By blending the rhythms of hip-hop with the melodies and harmonies of R&B, he helped
create New Jack Swing, a genre that dominated the late 1980s and early 1990s and
continues to influence today’s music. His work with artists including Michael Jackson,
Bobby Brown, Keith Sweat, and his own groups Guy and Blackstreet helped define an
era of popular music.

For Riley, receiving recognition from an institution with such a rich musical history
carries special significance. Speaking about the honor, he expressed his appreciation
for Fisk University’s legacy and the historic contributions of the Fisk Jubilee 
Singers, describing the recognition as something he would proudly display and cherish.

The evening will feature performances by the world renowned Fisk Jubilee Singers
and other musical guests celebrating Riley’s contributions to the industry. The 
event also serves as a meaningful part of Fisk University’s Homecoming festivities,
bringing together alumni, music lovers, and supporters of the historic institution.

Beyond celebrating musical excellence, the Gold & Blue Jubilee Honors Celebration
supports a larger mission. Proceeds benefit Fisk University students and the Fisk
Jubilee Singers Endowment Fund, helping preserve the university’s musical heritage
while creating opportunities for future generations.

Doors open at 6:30 p.m. for a cocktail reception and food, followed by the Honors
Celebration at 7:30 p.m. An official after-party will conclude the evening.

For Riley, whose career has influenced generations of performers and producers, 
the honor represents another milestone in a legacy that extends far beyond the recording
studio.