The High Street Drifters are a Bluegrass band from Victoria carving out a distinctive place in the Australian music landscape. Led by mandolinist Justin Vilchez and guitarist Daniel Watkins, the band draws on the energy and drive of traditional bluegrass while staying true to the Australian bush they know and love, redefining what it means to play bluegrass in the Southern Hemisphere.

Known for their rich harmonies, breakneck instrumentals, and heartfelt songwriting, The High Street Drifters bring a fresh and unmistakably Australian voice to the genre.

Their 2024 self-titled debut EP firmly established them on the national scene, with the standout single Back to the Hills earning a 2025 CMAA Golden Guitar nomination for Bluegrass Recording of the Year. The release was followed by a packed run of festival appearances across the country.

With new material on the horizon, The High Street Drifters continue to expand their reach, offering a bold and distinctly Australian perspective on bluegrass music.