Award-winning actor, composer, and multi-instrumentalist Peter DiMaggio has returned to the music scene with his most personal work to date, the soaring indie-pop single “Fly Away.” Channeling the anthemic optimism of Coldplay and the atmospheric textures of The 1975, the track serves as a deeply vulnerable exploration of breaking free from toxic cycles. This release marks a significant professional milestone as DiMaggio’s first fully self-written and self-owned project under his newly formed independent label, Passeri Records. By reclaiming his creative power, DiMaggio has crafted a “proof of concept” for independent artistry, blending his background in musical theater and film into a cohesive, cinematic sound that highlights his growth as a storyteller.
The release is accompanied by an ambitious music video that bridges the gap between DiMaggio’s various disciplines, including acting, dance, and fight choreography. Directed by Annette Milburn and featuring a massive collaborative effort from a team of independent filmmakers, the video includes a stunning 47-second one-take sequence involving over fifty cast and crew members. This project arrives amidst a busy season for the Columbus-born artist, who recently earned an Elliot Norton Award and is set to appear in upcoming productions of ‘Lizard Boy’ and ‘A Christmas Carol’. “Fly Away” serves as a bold introduction to a larger body of work arriving this spring, proving that through focused collaboration, independent artists can deliver industry-quality art while maintaining full creative control.