Legacy, Music, and the Love of Cricket — Hamin Ahmed Opens Up | Miles | S2 | EP 1

In this first episode of Season 2, the Miles frontman opens up about his musical legacy, his deep passion for cricket, and how both shaped the person he is today. He reflects on the timeless journey of Miles — from Phiriye Dao to Chand Tara Surjo — and his cricketing days. He further discusses the impact of Coke Studio and Gaan Bangla on the Bangladesh music scene. Hamin Ahmed also shares his honest take on the Shakib Al Hasan–Tamim Iqbal relationship, his admiration for Mohammad Ashraful’s raw talent, and why he believes Bangladesh cricket could have been nurtured differently. He reflects on fame, authenticity, legacy. A podcast that must not be missed. 🎙 Hosted by Yasef Imroze Ifaz and Riasat Hussain, this episode is where music meets sport, legacy meets emotion, and truth meets reflection. Chapter 👇 00:00 Start 01:27 Introduction & Guest Welcome 03:31 Family Heritage & Early Musical Influences 12:53 The Cricket Journey 25:29 Critique of Bangladesh Cricket Administration 29:51 The Tragedy of Mohammad Ashraful 35:43 Miles: The Early Days & Innovation 41:50 Sound Engineering & Live Performance Standards 55:53 Musical Philosophy: "Just Enough" 1:00:13 Fitness & Discipline 1:03:12 The Creative Process & "The Hit Number" 1:07:00 Competition & Industry Evolution 1:16:40 Handling Fame & The Split with Shafin 1:27:50 Corporate Influence (Coke Studio vs. Wind of Change) 1:35:40 Advice to Young Musicians #HaminAhmed #Miles #ShakibAlHasan #TamimIqbal #Ashraful #BangladeshCricket #BanglaRock #Podcast #PhiriyeDao #ChandTaraSurjo