Ep 32 - Phil Solem of the Rembrandts and the Friends theme song

🎧 Episode 32: Phil Solem: Behind the Claps You know the song — the one that made millions of people clap along every Thursday night. But there’s a lot more to the story than just the Friends theme. In this episode, we sit down with guitarist Phil Solem , singer, songwriter, and one half of The Rembrandts , to talk about how “I’ll Be There for You” became one of the most recognizable songs in television history. Phil shares the story behind the hit, the unexpected whirlwind that followed, and how he’s continued to evolve as an artist beyond the ‘90s spotlight. From the Los Angeles music scene to global fame — and everything in between — we dive deep into the challenges of the music biz, the cast members of the show and share the effect of a song that still brings people together decades later. Tune in for stories, laughter, and a behind-the-scenes look at the man who helped define the sound of friendship.