The article explores the origins of EastEnders, detailing its conceptualization and the critical decisions made by its creators, Julia Smith and Tony Holland. Initially, various cities were considered, but London was chosen for its wider appeal. The retail backdrop of working-class Walford was developed, along with extensive storylines. Notably, the catchy 'doof doofs' in the theme tune arose spontaneously, becoming a defining feature of the show. This blend of meticulous preparation and happy accidents contributed significantly to the soap's enduring popularity over four decades.
"In those days, if a theme tune was popular, you'd often release it as a single... the drummer played those 'doof doofs' and Tony and Julia happened to be in the studio at the time. They said: 'We love that drum thing.'"
"The theme tune's iconic drum 'doof doofs' became shorthand for the show's dramatic cliffhangers, crafted partly by accident during a recording session."
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