Stan Walker says he 'wanted to go to war' in the video for his new song 'New Takeover', which is a powerful statement showcasing Māori as beautiful, composed and powerful.

Since winning Australian Idol in 2009, Walker has grown into one of New Zealand's most beloved entertainers, headlining music festivals and starring in movies.

Walker's latest single 'New Takeover' is a powerful statement of intent that was born out of frustration at negative stereotypes: “In the media, I’m sick of seeing the headline, ‘Māori man…’ ‘Māori woman…’ or ‘Young Māori…’ or ‘Pacific Islander…’ – I’m sick of that. People get fixated on that and think that is who we are and I’m like, "That is not who we are.”