Heartisans - Atlanta is a group of musicians who are fans of Heart. We perform the music we love and share the live experience of Heart’s classic rock hits – “Magic Man,” “Straight On,” “Barracuda,” “These Dreams,”to name a few.We also dive into some of the deep cuts that showcase the multi-instrumental talent of Ann and Nancy Wilson.We look forward to bringing the full HEART experience to our audience with songs from the entirety of Heart’s career.
MEET HEARTISANS - ATLANTA
ATLANTA'S HEART TRIBUTE BAND
Marva -
Lead & Backup vocals, keys
- Major Influences: "HEART! (Since age 14 in 1984 when I first heard the Greatest Hits Live album, I've wanted to be Ann Wilson if I grew up. I'll never grow up, so she really doesn't have to worry or anything...); Styx, Journey, Pat Benatar, Tori Amos, The Beatles, a lot of 60s, 70s and 80s music with strong vocals and awesome harmonies."
- What I Love About Heart: " Favorite band of all time. Overall - mostly the songs they wrote themselves, but I also love how they made many of the songs others wrote their own.
- Ann Wilson. Vocal ability, musicianship, stage presence, how she emotes while singing, harmonizing... amazing.
- Nancy Wilson. Vocals, harmonies and musicianship.
- Bandmates. I miss Howard Leese and other originals, but change happens. I love how Heart is still around, writing and performing in various incarnations. I hope they get back to touring this year."
- Favorite Heart Song: "There are too many to pick favorites. Like, seriously. "Allies," "America," "Cherry Blossom Road," "Dog and Butterfly," "Fallen From Grace," "How Can I Refuse," "How Deep It Goes," "I Got the Music in Me," "I Love You," "If Looks Could Kill," "In Walks the Night," "Johnny Moon," "Love Alive," "Raised On You," "RSVP," "Strong, Strong Wind," "Tall Dark Handsome Stranger," "Two," "Under the Sky," "You're the Voice"
Isabella
Lead & Backup vocals, rhythm guitar,acoustic guitars
Major Influences: The Beatles ("one of the first songs I learned to play on guitar was "All My Lovin"), Yes ("Been a fan since about the age of 6! Fell in love with their harmonies, Jon Anderson's voice and Rick Wakeman's heavenly keyboard sounds!"), Elton John ("his music and Bernie Taupin's lyrics literally saved my life on several occasions over the years"), Led Zeppelin (for obvious reasons), Peter Frampton (because Frampton Comes Alive) and Rush (because Moving Pictures changed my world and Alex Lifeson's playing just blew me away! Plus, he was just so freakin' HOT!").
- What I Love About Heart: "I was just learning to play guitar when 'Magic Man' hit the airwaves. I was in awe of Ann's incredible vocals and Nancy's playing abilities!"
- Favorite Heart Song: "Really tough choice. It's a toss-up between 'Magic Man,' 'Even it Up,' and 'Dog and Butterfly.'"Add text
Johanna
rhythm & Lead guitar, backing vocals
- Major Influences: Jeff Beck, Robben Ford,,Return to Forever, Al DiMeola ,John McLaughlin and Chuck Mangione
- What I Love About Heart: "The vocal harmonies, guitar arrangements and versatility of the band."
Favorite Heart Song: Mistral Wind, Nada One (from Dog and Butterfly),Cry to Me, Fanatic
Born and raised in New York City, this guitarist’s sound is a direct reflection of the streets that shaped them. From the grit of subway platforms to the late-night hum of neighborhood clubs, her playing carries the urgency, swagger, and restless energy of the city. Early influences range from classic R&B and soul pouring out of Harlem and the Lower East Side to the raw edge of rock and funk echoing through downtown venues, all blending into a style that feels both timeless and unmistakably urban.
Known for expressive phrasing and a sharp sense of groove, the sound of her guitar is like a conversation—sometimes smooth and soulful, sometimes biting and bold. Years of soaking up the city’s diverse music scenes have given her a voice that’s adaptable, fearless, and deeply rooted in feel. Whether laying down smoky blues lines or cutting through with punchy riffs, their playing tells a story of New York: loud, layered, and always alive
Andre
bass
Having played bass in bands based in Conneticut and Florida, Andre offers a wide range of musical knowledge and style. You name it, he has either heard it or played it live.
- What I Love About Heart: What I love about Heart: First and foremost, their songwriting. They've written a fairly diverse and infectious catalog of music that I never get tired of hearing. I've been a fan since the first time I heard them playing on a jukebox in 1979 - and I kept popping the quarters in to hear them again. I have great admiration for Ann and Nancy in creating such a classic American band that has also proved to be an inspiration for musicians of all genders to follow their lead. Even with all of the praise they've received, it never seems like get quite as much as they truly deserve.
- Favorite Heart Song: "Straight On" was the one that opened the door for me and the one I'll never tire of hearing or playing. However, "Mistral Wind" is a very close 2nd.
Jeff
drums & Percussion
Jeff Cochran is a seasoned engineer, and multi-instrumentalist with decades of experience in studio work, live performance, and technical production. Since the early 1980s, he has played drums, guitar, and bass across diverse genres—from reggae and rock to world music—while producing and engineering projects in both independent and
professional studios.
His career highlights include building studios, recording with
numerous bands, and producing original works such as Silk and Cinders and the Paisley Garden Project. A versatile collaborator, Jeff has worked internationally with
musicians from the Caribbean to the Middle East, bringing a unique global perspective to his craft.