<P> On September 17, 2017, former percussionist Laudir de Oliveira died of a heart attack while performing onstage in his native Rio de Janeiro . </P> <P> Chicago began their 2018 touring schedule on Saturday, January 13 by performing the grand opening concert at the new Xcite Center in Bensalem, Pennsylvania . </P> <P> On Wednesday, January 17, 2018, drummer Tris Imboden announced he was leaving the band to spend more time with his family . On Friday, January 19, 2018, bassist and vocalist Jeff Coffey announced on his Facebook page that he was also departing from the band due to its heavy touring schedule . Chicago announced that percussionist Walfredo Reyes, Jr. was moving over to drums, replacing Imboden . Vocalist Neil Donell, of Chicago tribute band Brass Transit, was chosen as the band's new lead singer and session musician Brett Simons also joined the band as their new bassist . Daniel de los Reyes' return to the percussion position was announced, filling the vacancy left by his brother's move to the drumset . </P> <P> In May 2018, it was revealed that percussionist Daniel de los Reyes was departing Chicago to go back to his other group, the Zac Brown Band . On Thursday, May 17, 2018, Chicago announced on their official Facebook page and on their Twitter account that "Ray" Ramon Yslas had joined the band on percussion . </P>

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