of the Delhi Taj Hotel for three months, was followed by many more tours in other foreign countries, where many members of the Sri Lankan diaspora reside, such as the United Kingdom, Singapore, United States, New Zealand, Australia and Canada. Corrine Almeida, the long-standing female vocalist of the group, and Sharon Nesaduray, better known as "Lulu", eventually left the group. Radhika Rajavellu is the latest addition to the band after the departure of their well known female vocalist Ginger (Judith White). The current female singer is Monique Wille (Ex-Ultimate). Buongiorno was released in 2018, which was the first hit song to be released under Gypsies label after a period of four years. On 6 August 2021, Sunil Perera tested positive for COVID-19, and was put on oxygen after experiencing breathing difficulties. Rumors of Perera's death began circulating on social media. In spite of his treatment, on 5 September, Perera was re-admitted to the hospital due to pneumonia and died in the early hours of 6 September 2021, one week before his 69th birthday. The Gypsies celebrated its Golden Jubilee amidst the COVID-19 pandemic in 2021 by arranging several virtual concerts, to commemorate 50 years since the band's formation. Members Current Piyal Perera – percussion, vocals Kamal Perera – lead guitar, vocals Dushan Jayathilake – keyboards, vocals Monique Wille – vocals Shezry Shiradjudeen – bass Lal Witawilla – drums Former Sunil Perera – lead vocals (1970–2021) (died 2021) Corrine Almeida – vocals Sharon Nesaduray – Ginger (Judith White) – Dileepa Mangala – Ronnie Leitch – vocals (1989) (died 2018) Gordon Athula – drums Ranil Vas – Discography The Beginning Signore Gold Piti Kotapan None Dance With The Gypsies This Land Belongs To You Oye Ojaye Lankawe Ape Lankawe Kurumitto Lunu Dehi I Don't Know Why References External links Official Website Photos from Gypsies Dinner Dance in Houston on 10 May 2008 Dance with Gypsies Video - Nonstop karaoke Part 1: Edited by a fan Dance with Gypsies Video - Nonstop karaoke Part 2: Edited by a fan Wenwela Giyath Gypsies Video : Edited by a fan Sri Lankan musical groups Musical groups established in 1970 1970 establishments in Ceylon