The Moaning Myrtles

The Moaning Myrtles formed at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, led by the ghost Myrtle Warren who haunted the girls' bathroom. Their sound came from that specific, eerie setting, with Myrtle's vocals giving the music its mournful quality.

They recorded songs like 'And Then I Died' in 2009, which told the story of Myrtle's death. Other tracks included 'Don't Throw That Book At Me' and 'Flushed,' all working with themes from their ghostly, school-bound existence.

Their lineup included Oliver Wood on drums, Angelina Johnson on bass, Alicia Spinnet on piano, and Katie Bell on vocals and guitar. Being a band with a ghost for a frontwoman meant rehearsals had their own peculiar challenges, with instruments sometimes floating during sessions.

Their music found listeners in the wizarding world who connected with its themes. The songs stayed grounded in Myrtle's perspective and the particular atmosphere of the place she haunted.