Shadowland is a UK-based electronic music collective founded by Roland Joosten in 1995, initially operating as both a DJ team and live act known for their theatrical approach to hardcore and dance music. The group gained prominence in the mid-90s European rave scene with their signature dark, mysterious aesthetic—complete with elaborate costumes, pyrotechnics, and high-energy performances. Their classic track "Shadowlands Anthem" became an iconic release that defined their sound during the golden era of European rave culture.
The collective achieved significant recognition following their explosive performance at Energy 1997 in Zürich, which led to extensive touring across Europe and established them as fixtures at major rave events throughout Switzerland, Holland, Italy, Spain, Germany, and Belgium. The group's lineup has evolved considerably over the decades, with core members including DJ Tango, DJ Cash, DJ Brutal J, and Roland J anchoring the project through various iterations.
In 2010, Shadowland underwent a complete creative restructuring, launching the "Foreign Infiltration" project in 2011 with a series of new original productions released on Shadowlands Records. The collective continues to represent a distinctive blend of hardcore dance music with theatrical live performance elements, maintaining their influence within the European electronic music landscape.