On July 14, 2025, Pixel Grip publicly accused Travis Scott of sampling their song 'Pursuit' without permission in his new track 'Kick Out' from the album 'Jackboys 2,' released on the same day.

Pixel Grip expressed disappointment over the lack of acknowledgment and credit from Scott, emphasizing their struggles to gain recognition in the industry.

Band members, including drummer Tyler Ommen and synth player Jon Jon Freund, confirmed that elements of 'Pursuit,' such as the bass line and synth patterns, are clearly present in Scott's song, which they recognized immediately.

The band provided video evidence dating back to 2018, demonstrating their ownership of 'Pursuit' and its creation, supporting their claim of unauthorized sampling.

Pixel Grip clarified they do not wish to escalate the situation into conflict but seek dialogue with Travis Scott and his team to resolve the issue.

Despite their efforts to reach out for a response, CBS News Chicago has not received any comments from Scott's team regarding the allegations.

Momberger, a producer involved with Scott, acknowledged the significance of 'Pursuit' and expressed admiration for the song, noting that the sample was not cleared before the album's release.

Momberger also stated that the label would reach out to clear the sample, indicating that the issue is being addressed post-release.

Pixel Grip is currently awaiting further developments and responses regarding the sampling controversy.

The band plans to incorporate the controversy into their upcoming tour starting September 23, 2025, and has expressed a desire for recognition and collaboration, emphasizing their wish to be involved in the creative process.

Vocalist Rita Lukea shared that a shout-out from Travis Scott would have meant a lot, and she was surprised upon discovering the sample, recognizing elements of their song immediately.

Pixel Grip claims that 'Pursuit' is a significant part of Scott's track, not just a brief excerpt, and has provided evidence to support this, asserting that Scott did not credit or clear the sample.