The album is a reflection of the musical influences that helped to round out Richardson’s musical foundation. “I found out at an early age that a B Flat in church music is a B Flat in secular music”, proclaims Richardson. God gave us the gift of music to express ourselves and He was kind enough to leave us with many ways to interpret and define what was given to us. I want to use all that God has given me, and I want to live so I can be used of God to bring something of substance to the earth.”
Ten Miles Away is a showcase of Jemila’s warmth and radiance as well as an apparent display of her acceptance of the biblical mandate to make a joyful noise unto the Lord.