Song Sung Blue comes from Craig Brewer, who both wrote and directed the film. Brewer has a history with productions that bring drama and music together. He previously helmed Hustle & Flow as well as the remake of Footloose and several episodes of the series Empire.

Based on a 2008 documentary of the same name, 'Song Sung Blue' is about the Neil Diamond tribute band Lightning & Thunder

Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson form the Neil Diamond tribute band Lightning & Thunder in a trailer for "Song Sung Blue." The movie opens Dec. 25 on Christmas Day.