DJ Sega

Pioneering Philly Club architect known for high-energy, sample-heavy, and nostalgic club productions.

Philadelphia based producer and DJ Robert Taylor Jr, known as DJ Sega, is a foundational architect of the Philly Club sound. Emerging in the mid 2000s, he gained early recognition as a protégé of Diplo and an original signee to Mad Decent Records. His production style fuses breakbeats, hip hop, and soul with the high energy tempo of club music, often incorporating nostalgic pop culture samples. Notable releases include his 2009 mixtape New Jack Philly and his 2020 project HellaSonix 8.666, which showcase his signature blend of rapid fire percussion and eclectic sampling. Beyond his studio work, he is recognized for his endurance based livestreaming and his role in maintaining the cultural lineage of the Philadelphia club scene. As a pioneer who helped define a regional movement, his work remains a vital reference point for the evolution of high energy club music in the United States.