Born in Wellsville, Monty first got bit by the rock and roll bug in the early 70’s. Influenced early on by local drummers such as Rick Black and the soon to be famous Gary Driscoll of Elf, Case was enlisted to join his first band. With a make shift kit and a few cheap cymbals Monty began his musical journey.

A series of groups including Rydermark, centered around Monty, Cort Dunham, and Roger Carlin all whom were schoolmates at Wellsville high. They played dances and parties and modeled their sound after the hot bands of the day such as Grand Funk Railroad and Mountain. As early as 1972 the seeds were sown for a musical relationship that would endure into the 21st century.

Case is a virtual public relations department wrapped up in one body. Always quick with a joke or a hug, Monty possesses that special knack for greeting people at gigs. He serves as the bands “body man”, keeping the truck fused, bonded or duct taped together.

From the mid-seventies with his fringed vests and hair half way down his back, to the more familiar look of today’s shorter hair and tank top, Monty continues to be a pillar of the Zoar sound. Case had dropped out of music in the early eighties, but his love for performing led him to the formation of Zoar. Once renowned for his flamboyant drum solos, Monty is also a fine pocket drummer with the knack of finding the right groove.