If I were talented enough, I would write and play a piece of music that would give listeners the feeling of sitting by a loch, watching the colours slowly change, listening to soft lapping waters and catching the cries of birds on the wind.

But I don’t need to do that. It’s already been done.

I was lucky enough to come across a Scottish duo, who do this with such feeling, incredible musicianship and a soul that transports you away to such a place.

Listen to the Cosmic Hippos, who recorded this in their house, enjoy the slideshow below and come and sit awhile beside me on the shores of a loch in one of the most beautiful corners of the world.

If you want more then head to Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/search?q=cosmic%20hippos