Bonus Interview September 2011: Payton Rae

Newcomer Payton Rae has a big voice and the Internet fan base to make a name for herself in country music. Her new music video for "Not Your Cinderella" has nearly 150,000 views on YouTube and has been circulating on CMT. Her EP "Dare to Live" features five singles from Payton.

She began singing the national anthem at sporting events in her homestate of Texas and now, she is all over Nashville working with industry professionals to take her music to the next level.

Payton has a passion for showing her deep appreciation to her fans. Like most teenagers, she is active on Facebook and other social media networks connecting with her fans on a personal level. She also has plans for an anti-bullying campaign, an issue that Payton Rae greatly supports.

We caught up with Payton during a busy day in Nashville to talk about her EP "Dare to Live," the music video for "Not Your Cinderella," and much more! Check out the interview below and be sure to enter to WIN a signed copy of "Dare to Live."

Jesse Walker, Founder and President of CMTH, and Payton Rae