I Wrote That | Simon May - Eastenders Theme Tune

I Wrote That: Simon May on Creating the EastEnders Theme Acclaimed composer Simon May, the mastermind behind the EastEnders theme, takes us on a journey through its creation as we celebrate 40 years of the legendary BBC soap. From an initial dark and edgy version rejected by the show's creators to the final melody that became a household tune, Simon shares fascinating behind-the-scenes insights—including the happy accident that led to the famous "doof-doof" drum fill. Watch as Simon reflects on his career, his inspiration, and how a simple mistake helped shape the sound of British television history. 🔔 Subscribe for more exclusive interviews and insights from music creators 📌 Follow PRS for Music: Website: prsformusic.com Instagram:   / prsformusic   Twitter/X: https://x.com/PRSforMusic Facebook:   / prsformusic   TikTok:   / prsformusic   #EastEnders #SimonMay #PRSforMusic #TVTheme #Composer #MusicHistory #BBC #SoapOpera #EastEnders40