Clearly, Johann knows the secret to making compelling indie-pop music, where you keep things straightforward at the core level and then drape these simple structures with all manner of tones and textures to create the finished effect.
Why create clever undercurrents and ornate mechanics when they will be buried by, in this case, gorgeous vocal boy/girl duets, lush pop polish, and elegant sonic poise? So he doesn’t; he creates a spacious musical vehicle and gives it the most beguiling sonic paint job. And the results are delightful.