1619 B.A.B., short for 1619 Bad Ass Band, was an American funk band active during the 1970s. The band's music was characterized by its heavy bass lines, rhythmic drumming, and the soulful vocals of lead singer Janice Marie Johnson. Despite their brief existence, they made a significant contribution to the funk genre with their self-titled album, "1619 Bad Ass Band," released in 1976. Their unique sound and style, influenced by major funk acts of the time, still hold a place in the history of American popular music.