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This episode explores the music, history, and creative process behind the rock opera about Nikola Tesla.

What happens when one of history's greatest inventors becomes the subject of a full-scale rock opera? On this episode of Mostly Superheroes, Logan sits down with Mark Rodgers, writer, producer, and composer of Nikola Tesla: Light It Up, alongside legendary St. Louis performer Jason Nelson, to explore the music, history, and passion behind this groundbreaking production. From Tesla's rivalry with Thomas Edison to the surprising connection between Tesla and The Wizard of Oz, this conversation dives deep into the research, songwriting, and creative process behind the 13 original songs that make up the show. Whether you're a history buff, classic rock fan, or simply love great storytelling, this episode shines a light on one of the most fascinating figures who ever lived. Learn more:teslalightitup.com Listen to Mostly Superheroes:mostlysuperheroes.com Timestamps 00:00 Jason Nelson's musical journey01:11 Becoming Nikola Tesla03:15 The first meeting that started it all05:11 Why Jason immediately said yes06:00 Building the seven-piece band07:20 Creating a cinematic rock opera08:19 Bringing the music into the podcast10:48 Born Tesla 🎵11:30 The 13-song concept album12:24 Tesla arrives in…

People in this episode

Host: Logan

Guests: Mark Rodgers, Jason Nelson

Topics covered

• Nikola Tesla
• rock opera
• music
• history
• creative process
• storytelling

Keywords

• Nikola Tesla
• rock opera
• Mark Rodgers
• Jason Nelson
• history
• music
• creative process

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Nikola Tesla: Light It Up, The Wizard of Oz

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