About Us

Jim Reitz Guitar and Vocals

Jim Reitz has been a guitarist based in the Southern California area since the mid 1960’s. He has logged membership in a broad range of groups with diverse musical styles, including the original Denver Cody and Heartless Live (both with fellow current Cody member Bob Myers) and the popular country rock ensemble D.C. Maimbo Band. He has played on stages from San Diego to Anchorage, AK, performed on bills alongside a virtual who’s who list of progressive country artists, and has jammed on-stage with legendary guitarist James Burton (“how many people get a chance to perform with their idol?”). Along with Burton, Jim’s guitar playing influences are many, including The Allman Brothers Band, Mike Bloomfield, Jimi Hendrix, SRV, and “all the great blues/jazz players past and present”. Jim considers music (and humor) as a prime method of spreading happiness in the world, and lives to entertain audiences exactly with that in mind.

Bob Myers Guitar and Vocals

Bob, co founding member of Heartless, has been playing acoustic and electric guitar for 50 years. He performed in the 60's and 70's with Denver Cody and Ma Barker's Boogie Review. His favorite bands are The Allman Brother’s Band, Government Mule and Crosby Stills & Nash. Singer-songwriter, guitarist, Warren Haynes is his musical mentor and source of inspiration. He considers guitar playing as an indispensable part of being happy and healthy.

DAVE Kelsen - Bass and Vocals

Dave grew up in musical household in Huntington Beach with a jazz pianist father and choral music teacher mother. He plays 4, 5 and 6 string electric basses and sings. Started with upright in 6th grade orchestra (still plays upright). Well versed in multiple musical genres; rock, jazz, reggae, funk, R&B, blues and country. Made a living playing in cover bands for over 10 years. Recorded a single and EP, then toured briefly with an original Rock-n-Reggae band. Loves performing live.

Mike Levin Drums and Vocals

Mike Levin is a full time teaching and performing multi instrumentalist. He moved to Southern California in 2014 and started subbing on the bass guitar and drums for the band Heartless in 2016 where he worked with Bob, Jim, Randy, and David for nearly a decade. Along with Denver Cody Mike plays drums for Graigslist and The Mike Jacoby Electric Trio, an original act set to release their third album in 2026. In 2025 he did a midwest summer tour on the drums with Joey Leone’s Chop Shop.

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Randy Hano Guitar and Vocals

Randy Lee Hano is a West Coast multi-stylist guitarist blending rock, blues, jazz, country, and more into a soulful, versatile sound. He has performed with a wide range of tribute, cover, and original bands across multiple U.S. states, including tributes to Heart, Journey, Rush, and Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers. His original work includes performing with Malisha, which released one album, alongside a growing catalog of solo recorded music. Beyond band settings, Randy also performs as a solo and duet acoustic artist, showcasing his expressive tone and dynamic feel with stripped-down, intimate arrangements.

Jimmy Hall Vocals

Jimmy Hall was the lead singer and harmonica player for the Southern rock group, Wet Willie. He cofounded the band in 1970, which had significant success in the 1970s; in 1980 he scored a hit of his own with the single “I’m Happy that Love Has Found You” (US #27). In May 1982, Hall peaked at #77 with the song “Fool For Your Love.” In 1985, he sang lead vocals on Jeff Beck’s album Flash, and was nominated for a Grammy award for the performance. Jimmy Hall continues to tour with Hank William Jr., playing saxophone and harmonica and on vocals with Jeff Beck.

Don Read ( Dr Funk ) Bass Guitar and Vocals

Don Read ( Dr Funk ) has to be the funkiest bass player in music.
He is the rhythmic definition of R & B and Funk: nary a beat is there that he can’t keep, from the driving bass line of “I Wish” or the sensual hip sway tub thumping of " Brick House”. Cool and confident, content to be low key and exudes class; indeed, Don Reed is Dr Funk bass player.

Joe Caliva Drums and Vocals

Joe played drums in the Chicago area in various R&B, rock and Blues configurations since the mid 60’s. Toured, recorded throughout that time. Moved to California in the mid 80’s and since has performed with or opened for Taj Mahal, Otis Clay, Rich Robinson, Mike Panieri, Buddy Guy, Jonny Lang, Malcolm Jones, Roger Connelly and the Blues Merchants, Len Rainey and the Midnight Players, Midnight Blues Band, Blue Note Project.. the list continues

Terry “The Gipper” Meikle Vocals

A Southern California Native, meet the newest member of Heartless Live. Terry is a solid player who has been playing in and about the OC/LA area since the 1960’s. Throughout the course of his career he has toured both nationally and internationally with many fantastic bands. In fact, Terry and Jim Reitz played together in several of those groups! Terry has also shared the stage with the great Greg Allman, John Mayall & Tommy Tutone to name a few. Terry’s groove is contagious!

RON COTNER Lead Guitar and Vocals

For the past 50 years, Ron has performed with pop bands, cover and tribute bands, wedding and dance bands, duos, trios, quartets, and original bands.  Ron’s style spans many genres: classic rock, jazz and jazz fusion, blues, pop, indie, top40, R&B and funk, and even good old-fashioned standards.  His original pursuits have included rock, fusion, blues, and punk music, recording on a variety of projects. Ron was the creator of the jazz rock and fusion band “Coast to Coast,” playing Hollywood showcase clubs like the Troubadour and Gazzaris on the Strip.  Ron plays electric and acoustic guitar (nylon and steel), bass guitar, some keyboards, and sings both lead and backing vocals. He will bring out his Roland Guitar Synthesizer every now and then!Ron minored in music in college and enjoyed a three-year touring experience of the Eastern US.  Today he stays busy working combining all his styles and experience by playing full time with Heartless Live and a few other pet projects.