Steep Grade has announced the release of their long awaited debut album, Sucker Punch. The official CD release celebration is to be held at Bobby Qs in Westport, CT on May 19th. 　　 　　The rock/funk group consists of front man Damien Teed (guitar/vocals), his identical twin brother Dylan Teed (drums), Rob Maresca (lead guitar), and Pete Orlanski (bass). The 12 track album was recorded at The Cutting Room Studios in New York City by producer/engineer Anthony Rocky Gallo. 　　 　　With all the talent and creative ability present, Steep Grade is ready to launch a full blown promotion strategy for their first album. Recently opening up for legendary group Toots and the Maytals Steep Grade is securing bigger gigs at renowned venues. 　　 　　The Band is always performing in the Fairfield county area and plans to get as much exposure as possible by performing live and reaching out to the media and the myspace universe for reviews and interviews and interaction. In addition to promotions from local newspapers, Steep Grade has been broadcasted on radio channels in Bridgeport, CT.