Blue Hill Studios has been a screen-printing force in the east valley for many years now, providing top-notch designs, high-quality prints and good deals for local bands, brands and others. Owner Freddy Jimenez is always helping local creatives create posters or shirts that match their expression, and when he’s not screen-printing, Jimenez is crafting his own art that can be seen at local art shows, music festivals and more. For more information, visit instagram.com/bluehillstudios. Jimenez is the latest to take The Lucky 13; here are his answers.
What was the first concert you attended?
Coachella 2003. I was in the sixth-grade and got to check out the White Stripes, Iggy and the Stooges, and the (Red Hot Chili) Peppers that year.
What was the first album you owned?
I think it was the Star Wars: Episode I soundtrack, and I was in the second-grade.
What bands are you listening to right now?
I always tend to go back to Interpol, Mint Field, Explosions in the Sky, or Crumb.
What artist, genre or musical trend does everyone love, but you don’t get?
None. I have nothing to hate on as of today.
What musical act, current or defunct, would you most like to see perform live?
Really wish I got to see David Bowie.
What’s your favorite musical guilty pleasure?
Pop. I love it all. We’re talking about the Sabrina Carpenter and Billie Eilish type of pop.
What’s your favorite music venue?
Pappy’s for sure! They always have some of the most magical shows.
What’s the one song lyric you can’t get out of your head?
I don’t remember any lyrics ever, but if you want to feel something, listen to “Head in the Ceiling Fan” by Title Fight.
What band or artist changed your life? How?
I don’t think any artist in particular had a large enough impact to change my life entirely, but I’ve obviously been inspired and continue to be inspired by many artists when it comes to the craft, whether it is music or art. As of now, I’m getting inspired heavily by graphic designers from the 1930s-1950s. I’m really into that whole World War II/New Deal style of graphic design, so I’m digging through the books and looking for inspiration there.
You have one question to ask one musician. What’s the question, and who are you asking?
I feel like Roger Waters has a lot to say, and he’s someone I really respect, so I’d really like to have a conversation with him and ask him a gang of questions as opposed to just one!
What song would you like played at your funeral?
Not sure. I’ll work on a playlist, though!
Figurative gun to your head, what is your favorite album of all time?
Turn on the Bright Lights by Interpol.
What song should everyone listen to right now?
The new Cálmala single, “Esta Sí Es Cumbia.”
