Some of our influences and friends who died in 2008 include –

Blues and folk singer Odetta, whom we had the pleasure of seeing perform live in Upstate New York many years ago.

Paula Gunn Allen, who inspired us with her Native American lesbian sensibility.

Our friend Del Martin (right), the first woman to be married in California this past year.

The exquisite Bettie Page, the source of inspiration for at least one performer in Fatale’s films.

Eartha Kitt, whose purr was music to our ears.

These monumental women have inspired and spurred us through the years. We mourn their passing.