Various ‘A Nestful of Vipers’ American Snakes Songs 1920’s -1950’s – DL082
Released: 5th September 2011, Download Only
The snake is a powerful symbol in many cultures- It has been used by the Christian Church to symbolize the fall from grace, it has been associated with the drug user or sexual prowess and a general term for a shady character is ‘the snake in the grass’. In Egypt the snake occupies a primary role with the Nile, Cobra adorning the crown of the pharaoh in ancient times. It has been worshipped as one of the Gods and in Greek mythology snakes are often associated with deadly and dangerous antagonists, in other cultures the snakes shedding of skin symbolizes immortality and rebirth. Because of its prevalence in the United States it’s no surprise that so many Snake’s rattle and writhe their way into its rich musical culture. It’s a pleasure-……………If You’re a Viper
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