After all the talk and predictions, and a great evening of Irish music in Dublin's Olympia Theatre, Jape were finally announced as winners of the Choice Music Prize 2012. Richie Egan picked up the award for the band's fine Ocean of Frequency record. it was the second time Egan was victorious, having won the Choice Music Prize 2008 for third album Ritual.

Congratulations to Jape, as well as all the acts nominated, who each proved what a strong year 2011 was for Irish music.