Jes Grew is an Atlanta-based event series and online editorial created by Playr1 and Thrice Groove. Dedicated to celebrating all shades of Black dance music—funk, house, R&B, disco, and beyond. Jes Grew seeks to offer solace through movement. To enliven people’s spirits through curated events and to deepen their understanding of nightlife through articles, blog posts, and short videos. Jes Grew strengthens the connection people have to the nightlife and to the music that keeps it alive.