Jamaican reggae artist Beenie Man will be presented with a proclamation from US Councilman Leroy Comrie, for over three decades of outstanding contribution to the reggae industry.

The official presentation will take place at the inaugural Reggae Rhythm & Blues Concert slated for Roy Wilkins Park in Queens, New York on Labor Day Sunday, September 4, 2011.

"Beenieman has an impressive catalogue of timeless hit songs," said Bobby Clarke, CEO of Irie Jam Radio.

"He is a celebrated dancehall recorder, a seasoned performer and is worth of this very important United States recognition, especially since he has just received his visa and can travel freely to the USA."

Beenie Man is best known for his hit songs "Matie," "Who Am I," "Girls Dem Sugar" featuring Mya and for his appearance on T.I.'s 2001 hit "I'm Serious."

According to published reports, Bounty Killer, whose real name is Rodney Price, was taken into custody by the St. Andrew North Police for allegedly attacking her after he attempted to end their three-year relationship.

Police state that after offering Bounty Killer his only telephone call after being taken into custody, he used it to call the woman and threaten her life, as officers listened.

At the arraignment, the judge refused to grant the singer bail and he will remain jailed until his court date on Wednesday (April 7th).

Bounty Killer also faces previous charges of possession of a firearm, marijuana possession and wounding and assault.

Bounty Killer's arrest is definitely not helping his fellow dancehall artists as the United States recently announced the cancellation of work visas for a number of popular dancehall acts, including Bounty Killer, Sizzla, Beenie Man, Mavado and Aidonia.

Although the reason has not been specified, the U.S. Embassy issued a memo to all airlines not to board the artists while their visas are being revoked. According to reports, a number of artists, including Bounty Killer, were forced to cancel shows in Miami and other parts of Florida over this past weekend because of the visa issue.

Fish Outta Water is a deeply personal body of work that reveals a side of Chali 2na that his fans have never seen. A story from start to finish of his life, loves, triumphs and let-downs.

Featuring guest appearances from Damian “Jr. Gong” and Stephen Marley, Talib Kweli, Anthony Hamilton, Beenie Man, Elzhi and more, Fish Outta Water also includes production from Scott Storch, Jake One, DJ Babu and DJ Nu-mark.

The first date on the tour is 11/07 in San Francisco, CA at The Independent. Complete tour schedule below. Also check out his new video “International” with Beenie Man.

The Deadliest Catch Tour Schedule

11/07 – San Francisco, CA – The Independent
11/08 – San Jose, CA – The Voodoo Lounge
11/10 – Ft. Collins, CO – Aggie theater
11/11 – Boulder, CO – Fox Theater
11/12 – Aspen, CO – Belly Up Tavern
11/13 – Park City, CO – Harry O's
11/14 – Bozeman, MT – Gallatin County Fairgrounds
11/15 – Missoula, MT – Wilma Theatre
11/17 – Vancouver, BC – The Biltmore Cabaret
11/18 – Bellingham, WA – The Nightlight
11/19 – Seattle, WA – Neumo's
11/20 – Eugene, OR – McDonald Theater
11/21 – Portland, OR – Roseland Theater
11/23 – Sacramento, CA – Harlow's

“Being signed to a major label, you lose creative control,” says Beenie Man. “I wanted to join forces with Eric Nicks because of his track record in the business. My company, MD Entertainment, will provide the music and Brookland will work their magic. It's as simple as ABC. No politics. Let's make good music and make the fans happy.”

Beenie's first release on Brookland is The Legend Returns, his 19th studio album, due out this fall. The album features the single, “Gimmi Gimmi.”

“Beenie Man's signing with Brookland is yet another example of major artists choosing independent labels over the majors because of the better treatment they receive at the indie companies,” says Brookland president Eric Nicks. “We look forward to extending Beenie's incredible music legacy well into the next decade.”

Recording dancehall music as a child, Beenie Man got his first major deal with Virgin Records in 1998. A few years later, he released the album Art & Life, which earned him a 2001 Grammy for ‘Best Reggae Album.' Over the years, Beenie has worked with artists such as Janet Jackson, Wyclef Jean, and Mya.

The prolific artist will celebrate his 30-year music anniversary this year with a star-studded concert in Kingston featuring Rick Ross, Hurricane Chris, Heavy D and more.

In addition to Beenie Man, Brookland is home to artists Lil' Kim, West Coast crooner LeMarvin, soul diva Yolanda Renee, and producer/singer August Rigo. Next month, the label will release a compilation album, Brookland Entertainment Presents: Independence Declared featuring tracks from their roster.