Watch: Simple Like That by Malaika (opens in new tab)

Malaika Simple Like That With low slung bass and light vocals, the new single from Malaika is built around contrast. On Simple Like That, the Dorset-raised, London-based artist brings together elements of grunge instrumentation with a dream-pop aesthetic. Beyond the kind of bass Kim Deal would be happy with, drums punch with the vinegar of a garage rock outfit. In contrast, pillowy soft synths bring a feeling of innocence, as Malaika’s angelic performance floats on the surface. The tension is...