“..she creates her unique sound of alternative Arabic songs.” 

“Over the course of my research from 2016-2019, Hana Malhas was the only Jordan-based woman I saw perform professionally in Amman’s alternative scene.” 

“I demonstrate how people who have been limited and silenced to various degrees by broader power structures outside of their control can use music as an avenue of expression. Each of these case studies demonstrates that alternative Arabic music enables participants to express that their challenges have not defeated them. It provides an avenue for sharing a fuller spectrum of identity I highlight the agency of musicians by emphasizing that they actively choose to perform in ways that represent themselves and others complexly." >> more excerpts

“With a touch of electro-acoustic sounds, Malhas is a unique Jordanian artist that should definitely be in your playlist”

“One of the pioneering MENA live session platforms, BalaFeesh has been delivering intimate shows of independent regional artists since its inception in 2013. Founded and hosted by Jordanian musician Hana Malhas, BalaFeesh’s YouTube channel has amassed over 45 million views, hosting artists such as Hayajan, Aziz Maraka and El Morabba3.”

“…Malhas remains perceptive and grounded. Even in tracks like “code”, which flirts with exuberant dance pop and gleeful abandon, there is a thoughtful, introspective melancholy that anchors everything in something tangible and incredibly real…Malhas has indisputably evolved, but she stays true to herself and retains her gift of finding ‘beauty in damage.’”

“Until now, and similar to the global industry, the contemporary band and electronic landscape has been largely male dominated. That said, there are several rising artists and breakthrough stars who show signs of leaving their male counterparts in the dust. One of these is singer-songwriter Hana Malhas, whose track nasi was recently featured in Universal Records’ MENA compilation, Now: Best of Indie Arabia volume II.”