What began as small trance studio project in late 1997, became an international commercial success over the years.

Dierickx has released music under various aliases on multiple Belgian labels, including the renowned Bonzai Records.

At the time, he had just completed a track titled Prisma, intended to be the A-side of his upcoming release.

When naming the track, Dierickx took inspiration from the 1997 Love Parade in Berlin, which was scheduled to take place.

He selected the title Universal Nation based on the event’s theme of "Love" and "Unity".