Tomi Kalliola, although generally recognised by his stage name, Narqath, was born in Finland on 11 October 1979.
[1] Kalliola has played guitar, bass and keyboards, as well as utilizing vocals for Azaghal since formation to present.
[3] Narqath has said that when he formed Azaghal, he was influenced and inspired by the early Norwegian black metal scene, but also older bands like Mercyful Fate and Venom.
Tomi Kalliola is experienced in producing, mixing and mastering music for bands such as Azaghal and Wyrd.
For example, he fully produced the Azaghal albums: Mustamaa, Helvetin Yhdeksän Piiriä and Perkeleen Luoma.