The pioneer of New Jack Swing has officially changed his tune. On Friday, Teddy Riley took to social media to issue a formal retraction and apology after sparking a firestorm of criticism for suggesting he would collaborate with disgraced R&B singer R. Kelly. Source: Prince Williams / Getty The legendary producer, who has worked with the likes of Bobby Brown, found himself in the hot seat following an in-depth interview with the Los Angeles Times published on February 18.