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Run it Red with Ben Sims

Ben Sims
Techno
House Music
Electronica
Dance Music
Electro
House
Detroit
NHS
NTS Live
Mexico City
Techno Music
Anti-Racist Charities
Charity
Chicago
DJ Bone
Broken Beats
NTS Radio
Surgeon
DJ T-1000
Anthony Rother

''Run it Red' is about showcasing the freshest new house, techno and electronica I can lay my hands on. For each show I'll be aiming to only play music I've been sent, bought or made since the last show was aired and making sense of it across one 3hr show.' Ben Sims

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Run it Red 130 is here!

As usual, there's a raft of upcoming music in this show, with fresh sounds from Tensal, RMK, Vinicious Honoraria, Anthony Rother, Fabio Monesi, Skudge and many more (including some upcoming Symbolism and Hardgroove action 👀... more

The first 2026 edition of Run it Red is online now via Soundcloud, Mixcloud and wherever you're getting your podcasts.

It kicks the year off in fine style with fresh news sounds from Peverelist, Deniro, D'Julz, Hurdslenk, Sev Dah, ANNĒ, BLACK GIRL ... more

RIR 128 is here! A huge thank you to every artist, label and promo company who sends me music for the shows, the NTS crew and, importantly, every one of you who checks out the shows every month. This one features from killer tracks from Marcel Dettma... more

Run it Red 127 is here - 88 tracks deep and featuring music from Oscar Mulero, Kerrie, Kr!z, R.M.K & Jamie Anderson, Jen Cruz, Elisa Bee and many more. As always full tracklist is below, so please check out the artists and labels!

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Ben Sims
Host of Run It Red; central figure behind the show's curation and community-driven music selection.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 67 ratings
  • True techno and deep house at its finest

    Ben is a technician and his musical choices and creations are second to none. You are missing out on stacks of talent and music if you haven’t listened to this show.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    H A C K L A
    Canada2 years ago
  • Great listen

    Always great to hear new music whilst on the go

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Brixton Breaker
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Ben Sims is Amazing

    The Boss

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    juan R uribe
    Colombia3 years ago
  • Super!

    Techno, House, Electro,… 🎶 💯 👍👍

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Matthias & Andrea
    Germany5 years ago
  • Ben Sims at best

    Good music. Good mixing. Never boring.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    yrfnimgtnm
    Poland5 years ago

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Fans value new music and the community vibe around submissions.
The host's mixing and curation are repeatedly highlighted as standout.
Listeners praise the show's energy and track selection.
The format's emphasis on promos and listener submissions is seen as a strong value proposition for aspiring artists.
Audience notes the episodes feel comprehensive and well-paced for a long-form mix.

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#97
Singapore/Music
Apple Podcasts
#224
Spain/Music
Apple Podcasts
#238
Colombia/Music

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A high-energy DJ mix show spotlighting fresh house, techno, and electronica. The host curates only tracks that have been sent, bought, or made since the last show, weaving promos, label exclusives, and user submissions into a cohesive three-hour journey. Episodes emphasize a live, club-like vibe from NTS studios, with behind-the-scenes notes on track selection, tempo decisions, and the submission process, plus occasional guest drops and endorsements from established artists. This format creates a community-driven, discovery-first experience that rewards listeners who want cutting-edge sounds and an insider view of how a mix is assembled.

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Run it Red launched 11 years ago and published 122 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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