World Cafe Simone White: Sincere and Captivating WXPN September 24, 2007 • White's grandma was a showgirl, her aunt was a songwriter in the '50s, her mother was a belly dancer, and her dad was an artist, so she's inherited pretty good genes. White combines blues and folk music, creating a calm atmosphere with honest, heartfelt lyrics. Simone White: Sincere and Captivating