Smallman Records is a Winnipeg-based record label created in 1997 by Rob Krause and Jason Smith as an avenue for releasing albums from their own bands. Smallman started out as a side venture but soon became a full-time pursuit. Smallman has signed many bands that have become staples of the Canadian indie music scene such as Moneen, Choke, and Comeback Kid. In 2005, Smallman signed with Warner for distribution in Canada.