Combining a passion for J.K. Rowling and the wonders of the digitial age, Ministry of Magic presses the genre of wizard rock into a newer, less visited world: wizardtronic. The music of MoM is a tapestry of orchestra, pop, rock, dance, and hip-hop carefully woven to create a full sensory experience for the type of fan attracted to wizard rock: imaginative, discerning, and filled with an appetite for something more than just the middle of the road.
They were signed to Indytronic Records until that label's dissolution. As of 2010, they have released five albums -- four LPs and an EP. The Triwizard Lp (2007), Goodbye Privet Drive (2008), Acoustiatius (EP, 2008), and Onward and Upward were released under Indytronic Records, and their latest offering, Magic is Might (2010), was released independently. In addition, members Mark Jennings and Jason Munday, along with Jeremy Jennings, worked on a side project under the name "Muggle Relations". Their lone EP to date is titled "I Must Not Tell Lies" (2009).
They have collaborated with a few wizard rock artists such as The Remus Lupins, Kristina Horner from The Parselmouths and The Moaning Myrtles. MoM was also featured on 'Jingle Spells' and 'Jingle Spells 2', two charity compilation albums to raise money for Book Aid International.
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Ministry of Magic Lyrics
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Harry considers his future as a wizard.
With the help of his newfound godfather, Sirius Black,
Harry prepares himself for the upcoming triwizard tournament.
Meanwhile, Cedric Diggory crosses paths with he who must not be named and gets wormtailed.
And all of hogwarts laments.
This book is so awesome.
In this song, Ministry of Magic is referencing the fourth book in the Harry Potter series, "Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire". The first line, "And so the story unfolds," refers to the ongoing plotline of the series, as Harry contemplates his future as a wizard. The mention of Sirius Black indicates that this song is taking place in Harry's fifth year at Hogwarts, as that is when Harry first meets his godfather. The upcoming triwizard tournament is also mentioned, which is the central event of "Goblet of Fire".
The lyrics then shift focus to Cedric Diggory, a fellow Hogwarts student who is tragically killed by "he who must not be named", aka Lord Voldemort. The mention of Cedric getting "wormtailed" is a reference to the character Wormtail, who is actually Peter Pettigrew in disguise, and is working with Voldemort. The line "And all of hogwarts laments" is a nod to the impact Cedric's death has on the entire Hogwarts community.
Overall, this song does a great job of summarizing some of the key plot points of "Goblet of Fire" and capturing the emotions of the characters during this tumultuous time.
Line by Line Meaning
And so the story unfolds,
The beginning of a tale is taking shape.
Harry considers his future as a wizard.
Harry ponders over his upcoming life as a wizard.
With the help of his newfound godfather, Sirius Black,
Sirius Black assists Harry with his preparations.
Harry prepares himself for the upcoming triwizard tournament.
Harry readies himself for the triwizard tournament that lies ahead.
Meanwhile, Cedric Diggory crosses paths with he who must not be named and gets wormtailed.
In the meantime, Cedric Diggory encounters the notorious one and gets betrayed.
And all of hogwarts laments.
Hogwarts grieves over the misfortune that has befallen Cedric Diggory.
This book is so awesome.
The book is truly amazing.
Contributed by Jeremiah Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.